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admit that I’m not typically one for making or sticking to a New Year’s resolution. On occasion, I have attempted and even succeeded, but I now prefer to shun the tradition in favor of a natural unfolding of desired change.

It seems easier sometimes to focus more on what’s happening on the outside rather than deeply contemplating what’s going on inside ourselves, within our thinking and how that’s reflected in life’s story. Sooner or later we learn that our every choice, decision and moment counts in some little or large way.

I have found that I take better care of myself when I make room for things to fall into place. As humans with the power of free will, we can allow limiting constructs to take over, which alternately cause us to spin our wheels or paralyze us into inaction, or we can choose to boldly take control and move forward in positive, conscious action.

This coming year, I like the idea of resolving to improve my life from the inside out. It likely will mean living a little further outside of my comfort zone.

It may involve trying a new food or activity each month. It could be time to try out that hobby that keeps coming to mind because it’s bound to nurture my soul and introduce me to kindred spirits. Why not hit the whole alphabet, identifying something different to be or do starting with a, b and c through x, y and z?

I recently read about a woman who introduced monthly knitting classes at a men’s prison in Baltimore. At first everyone thought she was crazy; now she has a waiting list of inmates trying to get into her weekly classes. Talk about moving out of one’s comfort zone… kudos to her and to the brave men breaking past stereotypes while simultaneously learning the benefits of patience and focus.

Change can certainly be scary, but the rewards are joyful. Chances are that the scariness will fade away, leaving only good feelings. All we have to do is try, even if it’s as simple as smiling at a person we pass on the street; that moment could change their day and ours, too.

We’ve got oodles of new adventures to explore within these pages guaranteed to expand our horizons, from calendar events to helpful news and informative articles. Ask our advertisers how they can help you improve your quality of life starting today. It’s all geared to spark fresh ideas you might like to try in order to make your life flourish.

Wishing you all a healthy, happy and prosperous new year,

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Natural Awakenings is your guide to a healthier, more balanced life. In each issue readers find cutting-edge information on natural health, nutrition, fitness, personal growth, green living, creative expression and the products and services that support a healthy lifestyle.

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Lana Lemeshov and Koko FitClub: Personal Training for the 21st Century

by Kim Childs

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20 HEALTHY LIFESTYLE TWEAKS

Surprisingly Simple Changes for Feeling Good

by Kathleen Barnes

28 consciouseating 24 DETOXING IS ESSENTIAL 34 wisewords TO HEALTHIER LIVING

by Nancy Zare 36 healthykids 25 SMARTER STRATEGIES FOR A 44 community

resource guide

HEALTHY NEW YEAR

by Wendie Trubow

26 BIOIDENTICAL HORMONES RESTORE

BALANCE IN MEN AND WOMEN

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28 SUSTAINABLE

WEIGHT LOSS

Five Secrets for Feeling

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Like Yourself Again

by Judith Fertig

31 INSULIN RESISTANCE IS

OFTEN BEHIND THOSE STUBBORN EXTRA POUNDS

by Pam Pearson

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34 GMO TRUTHS AND CONSEQUENCES

Health and Safety are Question Marks

by Melinda Hemmelgarn

36 ADDRESSING AUTISM 36 Families Have Reasons for Hope

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newsbriefs

New Burner Booster from Atlantic Green Energy Reduces Oil Consumption

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tlantic Green Energy, based in Seabrook, New Hampshire, and serving Maine, Massachusetts and New Hampshire, now carries the Burner Booster. This new equipment is designed to save money and energy for oil-burning heating systems in schools and office buildings.

According to George Hurley, president of Atlantic Green Energy, the Burner Booster can reduce a system’s oil consumption by up to 35 percent.

With the cost of oil at nearly $4 per gallon, he says, it makes sense to economize however possible, and the return on investment can be expected in two to four years.

“Finally, there is something for oil burners to save money and lower the amount of harmful emissions going into the environment,” Hurley says. “It’s a win-win for all.”

For more information, call 603-4742550, email AtlanticGreen@comcast. net or visit AtlanticGE.com. See ad on page 2.

Happy New Year!

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newsbriefs Win a Free Weekend Workshop on Mediation and Internal Conflict Resolution

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ediate Your Life (MYL), a personal growth training company based on the teachings of Nonviolent Communication, presents a contest to win a free weekend workshop in 2013. Entries include a written statement and a photograph, and they must be submitted by January 15.

Upcoming New England workshops are listed at MediateYourLife.com/workshops and include such topics as Family Bonding and How To Talk So Your Doctor Will Listen (And You Both Get Heard). The foundational workshop, Mediate Your Life, yielded the company’s name. “When you mediate your life, you become more effective in everything you do and find that you can handle any sort of conflict, including internal ones.” says MYL communications leader Mary Sitze. “You don’t have to be a professional mediator to learn these valuable communication and conflict resolution techniques.”

The company is inviting contest entrants to finish the sentence, “When you Mediate Your Life, you…” Anyone who submits an answer and photo is entered in the drawing to win a weekend workshop worth more than $200. Details on the submission process can be found at MediateYourLife. com/blog/2012/11/20/win-a-weekend-workshop-raffle.

“Our participants often share examples of how MYL’s programs have changed them,” says Sitze. “So the raffle not only celebrates the company’s new name, it also celebrates a community of learning.”

For more information call 413-658-4444 or visit MediateYourLife.com. See ad on page 19 and Resource Guide on page 47.

Happiness lies in you.

Resolve to keep happy, and your joy and you shall form an invincible host against difficulties. ~ Helen Keller

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newsbriefs Participants Needed for Study on Yogic Breathing

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What we see depends mainly on what we look for. ~ John Lubbock

collaborative project between the Spaulding Rehabilitation Network and Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center (BIDMC) will examine the effect of yogic breathing (pranayama) on cardiovascular health.

The study will be led by Dr. Suzie Bertisch, a clinicianinvestigator who specializes in sleep issues at BIDMC. Bertisch and her team of researchers are currently seeking and enrolling healthy yoga practitioners in the project.

“Many claims are made about the ways in which yoga and similar meditative practices improve cardiovascular health, yet few high-quality scientific studies support these claims,” says Bertisch. “Improving our understanding of the mechanisms of yoga will help to promote its practice and, more importantly, to integrate the practice into mainstream medicine.” Bertisch adds that doctors have only recently begun trying to understand and document the physiological benefits of a regular yoga practice.

Location: Spaulding Rehabilitation Hospital, 1575 Cambridge St., Cambridge. For more information, call 617-754-1439 or email Yoga.src@gmail.com. See ad on page 12.

Winter Renewal Detox Program at Samadhi Integral in Newton Center

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olistic nutrition consultant Molly Robson will present a 28-day Winter Renewal Detox for rejuvenating and rebalancing this winter. This gentle cleanse program, which begins on January 14, combines traditional detoxification practices with delicious seasonal meal plans and recipes for the whole family. It will take place at Samadhi Integral, in Newton Center.

“Every new year brings resolutions about health, Molly Robson and a gentle detox program like this is a great way to kick-start a new wellness routine,” says Robson. “It’s designed with today’s hectic lifestyle in mind. By providing meal plans, recipes and weekly meet-ups, participants can customize the program to suit their individual needs. The ultimate goal is to feel better physically, but also to feel centered emotionally and spiritually.”

Robson says her Winter Renewal Detox provides a slow and relaxed alternative to a more rigorous cleanse. Past participants have noticed better sleep, clearer eyes and skin and improved digestion within the first week. In addition to the food plans provided, the program includes opportunities for weekly yoga classes at Samadhi and a list of “mocktails” to enjoy.

Cost: $150 per person. Location: Samadhi Integral, 796 Beacon St., Newton Center. For more information, contact Molly Robson at 617-678-3108 or visit MollyRobsonWellness.com. See Resource Guide on page 46.

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newsbriefs Weekend Workshop for Healing Low Back Pain in Westwood

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ntegrative therapist Raven Sadhaka Seltzer is offering a new, expanded weekend workshop for healing low back pain. The program will be held from March 15 to 17 at the Center at Westwoods, in Westwood, and focuses on stimulating healing on all levels.

Seltzer, author of Get Your Low Back on Track: 30 Days to a Healthier Raven Seltzer Spine, will present drug-free techniques and resources for pain relief, gentle positions and movements to stretch and strengthen the back and hips, and such practices as meditation and guided visualization to help people achieve and maintain a strong, pain-free spine.

Workshop attendees will receive a free copy of the book and Seltzer’s Guided Visualizations for Deep Healing CD.

“I was able to avoid a spinal fusion surgery and heal myself of spondylolisthesis using this program, which I’ve offered to others for more than 10 years,” says Seltzer. “I also see clients privately for low back pain and orthopedic injuries, and I have an extensive background in healing digestive disorders and helping cancer patients through treatment and into remission.”

Cost: $349; $299 for those who register before January 31. Space is limited to 20 participants. Location: The Center at Westwoods, 590 Gay St., Westwood.

For more information and to register, call 617-869-9574 or visit SelfHealing Solutions.com. See ad on this page and Resource Guide on page 46. natural awakenings

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newsbriefs Men’s Group Forming in Lexington

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he Organic Mattress, in Sudbury, now sells bedding accessories online. Items include pillows, sheets, comforters, toppers and crib mattresses made of certified organic cotton, cruelty-free certified organic, Eco-Wool and 100 percent-natural rubber latex.

All items are made in the United States, and most ship within one to two days from the store’s local warehouse. “From the beginning, our goal was to make it easier for people in the Boston area to find and experience organic bedding,” says John Muccino, coowner of The Organic Mattress.

“Making our products available for purchase online makes it a little more convenient for people who don’t live in our immediate area.

That being said, we’d still love to see everyone in the store.”

The store offers free shipping on any orders over $150, and Muccino says that shoppers can visit The Organic Mattress on Facebook for other special deals. “Greater Boston shoppers are now able to save time and shop locally on the Internet,” he says. “They also reduce their carbon footprint by not having to drive, since our delivery trucks are already on the road.”

Location: The Organic Mattress, 348 Boston Post Rd., Sudbury. For more information, call 978-440-8200 or visit TheOrganicMattress.com. See ad on page 37.

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new men’s group is being organized in Lexington by facilitators Joseph Brescia and James Salvia. Insight Development Men’s Group will meet on five Mondays, from 7 to 9 p.m., beginning January 21.

The group will focus on external and internal changes in men’s roles and evolution, along with discussion of thoughts, feelings, hopes and fears that men have for themselves and society.

“Joseph and I acknowledge that these conversations will have many layers,” says Salvia. “Some aspects of the personal are recognizable in terms of the physical, emotional, intellectual and spiritual. A look at the social aspect includes intimate partners or singularity, family, friends, colleagues and community.”

Salvia says that the men’s group also will address the enormous gender role adjustments and identity shifts that have taken place in recent decades. “It’s certainly not been easy for men or women, and things are heading for even more rapid change in our future,” he says. The group will include time for sharing and discussion on such subjects as removing old patterns that are no longer appropriate, gaining deeper self-knowledge, awakening to authenticity and becoming inspired to live, love, grow and change.

Cost: $175; sliding scale available. Location: Crystal Clear, 594 Marrett Rd., Lexington. For more information, call 978-261-3975, email James@ TheWholeBody.net or visit TheWholeBody.net and click on events.

Reiki Clinic in Winchester Offers Private, Affordable Weekly Sessions

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eiki master and teacher Michele Portlock will present a Reiki clinic on alternating Sundays and Mondays at Reiki 4 Soul, in Winchester. The clinic will feature private, 30-minute sessions designed to facilitate relaxation, alleviate pain and stress, replenish energy and promote natural healing.

“We’re all striving to start the year in a state Michele Portlock of optimum health and, by incorporating Reiki into our lives and new regimens, we can jump-start our wellness journey,” says Portlock. “The clinics allow people to receive Reiki in a safe environment from certified, seasoned practitioners for a minimal price. The sessions afford great mental, physical and spiritual benefits, and they complement traditional medicine.”

Portlock says that Reiki 4 Soul also assists oncology patients who are undergoing traditional chemotherapy, preparing for surgery and managing chronic pain associated with their illness. “The oncology clients who attend our weekly Reiki clinic have seen tremendous benefits,” she says. “They say that the sessions help them to get through their week.”

Cost: $20 for a private, 30-minute session. Appointments required. Location: Reiki 4 Soul, 805 Main St., Winchester. For more information or to register, email Michele@Reiki4Soul.com, call 781-228-1915 or visit Reiki4Soul.com. See Resource Guide on page 47.

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newsbriefs An Abundance of Healers at Theosophical Society Fundraiser

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he Theosophical Society (TS) Center for Spiritual Studies, in Arlington, will host its semi-annual Day of Healing and Insight from 10:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., on January 19.

The day features 25-minute sessions with practitioners of massage, acupuncture, reflexology, Reiki, sound healing, sacred path readings and astrology. All funds raised will benefit the nonprofit organization’s operations fund.

“We’re excited to offer this opportunity for people to engage in self-care of mind, body and spirit as the new year begins,” says TS President Carolyn Romano. “It’s healing for attendees, exposure for the practitioners who donate their time and a boost for the organization.”

This year’s event also features local artist and author Sarah Jeppson Zitter, who will introduce participants to her character Crystal Bunnytail, the environmental bunny who struggles with self-worth and spiritual dilemmas. Jeppson Zitter will be selling and signing copies of Path of the Bunny, Book 1 and Crystal Bunnytail in a Tiny Nutshell, Book 0.5, with partial proceeds benefitting the TS.

The TS offers weekly study groups, workshops and lectures on such topics as healing, philosophy, meditation and spirituality. Romano says that, because the Day of Healing and Insight often sells out, participants are encouraged to book their sessions early.

Cost: $20 per session. Location: 21 Maple St., Arlington. For more information and to register, call 617-926-4155, email Janet@SpiralEnergies.com or visit TSBoston.org. See ad on page 37.

Dr. Iveta Iontcheva-Barehmi DMD, MS, D.Sc. Dr. Iontcheva-Barehmi is an accomplished dentist and specialist in Periodontics and Implants. She has a firm belief that our bodies are very intelligent. All the body organs and systems are interconnected and related to each other (the teeth and the mouth are part of and related to the whole body).

Our bodies are perfect self-sustainable systems, capable of self-healing and self-regeneration.

Dr. Iontcheva-Barehmi has expertise in the areas of Biological, Physiological Dentistry and Integrative Periodontal Medicine and Implants, Lasers and Energy Medicine.

Miracle Bite Tabs™ (MBT) Miracle Bite Tabs™ (MBT) and and Low Level Laser Therapy (LLLT) are used to treat Dental Distress Syndrome. Your teeth and jaws are an extension of your brain and spinal cord. Any imbalances caused by improper alignment of the jaw can play a major role in pain syndromes and chronic diseases.

Head and Neck Pain Management Scenar, a non-invasive treatment device, is the only real time biofeedback device that will find what is wrong with your body and stimulate self-healing through electro stimulation and “conversation” with the control systems of the body (CNS Integrative Periodontal Medicine-Periodontal Spa The majority of the dental and periodontal procedures in Dr. Iontcheva-Barehmi’s office are laser assisted. She has Biolase MD, the most versatile laser, which can be utilized to work with the gums and the teeth, implants and root canals. The discomfort is minimal to none and the healing is speededup. The procedures are often combined with a low level laser and Scenar, which give additional boost to the healing and removing discomfort.

Vitamin C electrophoreses is a unique method used in Europe to prevent recession, boost collagen synthesis, support and increase the blood circulation leading to firming the gingiva and discontinuing the signs of aging and bleeding. It is part of the integrative protocol for treatment and prophylaxes of periodontitis.

Zirconia Solution to Titanium Implant If you are allergic or sensitive to other metals Bio-ceramic (zirconia) implants might be an option for you. Dr. IontchevaBarehmi is certified to place zirconia implants, you don’t need to travel to Europe anymore.

Ozone Treatment Ozone is a powerful oxidizer and kills effectively bacteria, fungi, viruses and parasites.

Oxygen ozone therapy can be applied as an adjunctive therapy in treatment of periodontitis (periodontal disease), in arresting and reversing carious lesions in initial stage, reversal of initial pulp inflammation in deep carious lesions, treatment of dentinal hypersensitivity. The methods applied are efficacious with no toxicity or side effects.

Perio-Protect Dr. Iontcheva-Barehmi is certified to use the Perio-protect methodone of the best prophylactic methods for periodontal disease, and subsequently for cardiovascular disease, diabetes and some other conditions.

Restorative and Cosmetic Dentistry Your amalgam fillings contain not only poisonous mercury but they cause cracks in your tooth structure and can lead to tooth loss. Defective amalgam fillings are removed safely following the IAOMT protocol, Including spa treatments for detoxification and the newest form of noninjectable Vitamin C with comparable absorption.

Anxiety and dental phobias are rarely experienced in the Dr. Iontcheva-Barehmi’ s practice.

Meditation, breathing techniques, homeopathy, EFT technique, hypnotherapy are all used, so you can be comfortable and love coming to your dentist.

To schedule your comprehensive exam and share the excitement of a healthy smile call:

617-868-1516

Vitamin C gum rejuvenation 1842 Beacon St. Suite 302, Just like skin, gums can be Brookline MA rejuvenated for health and youth. www.bostondentalwellness.com

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newsbriefs 2013 Workshops on Prosperous and Creative Living

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ocal writer and creative living coach Kim Childs presents workshops on The Artist’s Way: A Spiritual Path to Higher Creativity and The Prosperous Heart: Creating a Life of Enough this winter for those who want to live richer, more fully expressed lives. Both courses are based on the work of renowned teacher and writer Julia Cameron.

On Saturday, February 9, Childs presents an introduction to The Artist’s Way from 2 to 3:30 p.m. at The Arlington Center. She’ll lead a four-part workshop on the Kim Childs book every Thursday in February from 7 to 9 p.m. at the Wright Tavern Center for Spiritual Renewal, in Concord.

In addition, Childs leads 12-week intensives on The Artist’s Way in Arlington beginning in March. Details on these offerings are found at KimChilds.com/ calendar.html.

Childs, who has facilitated workshops on The Artist’s Way since 2001, says her classes are for those ready to be more creative and satisfied in life. “My students and I have used this powerful work to create lives that feel more aligned with who we really are and what we truly desire,” she says. “And The Prosperous Heart is a wonderful new program for healing our relationship with money and mining our lives for the gold that’s already there.”

Childs’ 11-week workshop on The Prosperous Heart takes place in Arlington on Wednesdays from 7 to 9 p.m. beginning March 6.

For more information and location details, call 617-640-3813 or visit KimChilds. com. See Resource Guide on page 44.

Free Workshop on Turning Resolutions into Reality

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atrina Piehler, of Living from Center Wellness Coaching and Massage Therapy, in West Somerville, presents Making Your Resolutions a Reality, a free workshop at 7 p.m. on January 8. The interactive workshop will present tips on transforming good intentions into accomplished goals.

“This workshop is for people who may have set new year’s goals in the past with the best of intentions, but who’ve experienced the frustration that often follows when Katrina Piehler they lose motivation or the ability to make longer lasting changes,” says Piehler. “So many of us come to goal setting from a place of ‘I should’ and then struggle with feeling bad about not following through or failing.”

Piehler says that her workshop includes compelling questions that people can learn to ask themselves in order to focus their intentions and empower themselves to make the changes that they really want to see in their lives. Piehler is also offering a six-week workshop and goal group for women called Live From Your Center, Love Your Life that will meet on Tuesday evenings, beginning January 15.

Location: Centering Touch, 1236 Broadway, West Somerville. For registration and more information, call 617-833-3035 or visit Living-From-Center.com. See Resource Guide on page 47.

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Cambridge Art & Soul Yoga 91 Hampshire St ArtSoulYoga.com 617-395-4227

Watertown Inner Strength Studios 309 Main St InnerStrengthStudios.com 617-924-0111

West Roxbury Inner Strength Studios 1524 VFW Pkwy InnerStrengthStudios.com 617-477-3315

Watertown Shawn’s Studio

Personal Training Charlestown Engin Wellness Coaching 8 Allston St EnginCoach.com 617-823-0464

Newton Vitality Personal Fitness 118 Needham St VitalityPersonalFitness.com 617-620-3585

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newsbriefs Brookline Nutrition Workshop Offered to Boost New Year’s Resolutions

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n Monday, January 21, Groundwork Somerville will host a Maple Syrup Brunch Fundraiser from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Independent restaurant, in Somerville. The event will benefit the Somerville Maple Syrup Project, which educates 1,000 students and families about local food- and maple syrup-producing and culminates in a two-day “boil down” of locally harvested syrup.

“This event supports both community and our urban agriculture projects,” says Groundwork Somerville Executive Director Chris Mancini. “People can enjoy a leisurely brunch at the Independent, with a portion of their bill going to support Groundwork Somerville. Diners can also enjoy and purchase our locally made syrup, and our composting starter kits will be available for purchase, too.”

Mancini says that Groundwork Somerville strives to bring about the sustained regeneration, improvement and management of the local physical environment through the development of community-based partnerships. “We work to empower people, businesses and organizations to promote environmental, economic and social well-being,” he says.

Location: The Independent, 75 Union Sq., Somerville. For more information, call 617-628-9988 or visit GroundworkSomerville.org.

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egistered dietician Dr. Judith Mabel, of Nutrition Boston, in Brookline, is offering a workshop on supporting health-related New Year’s resolutions. The workshop will be held from 7 to 8:30 p.m. on January 22 at Nutrition Boston.

“I love resolutions because they are a great way to celebrate the new year and new beginnings for healthy Judith Mabel habits,” Mabel says. She will help participants plan ways to add better habits to daily life. She will discuss diet and lifestyle in detail, and participants will leave with clear goals and specific steps to reach those goals.

Follow-up appointments can be arranged as well.

Mabel helps clients take their New Year’s resolutions to a new level, she explains. “Whether they will be focusing on better energy, commitment to a food plan or exercise routine, overcoming aches and pains or stopping bad habits, this workshop will help people take the next steps and increase motivation needed for their success. It will offer support for starting the new year off right.”

Cost: $30. Location: 1051 Beacon St., Rm. 511, Brookline. For more information or to register, call 617-232-3073, email DrJudy@NutritionBoston.com or visit NutritionBoston.com. Hourly appointments also are available. See ad on page 6.

businessspotlight Visions Health Care Opens Second Location in Dedham

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isions HealthCare, an integrative healthcare facility in Wellesley, is opening a second location in Dedham on January 16. Patients will have access to a wide array of services including primary care, nutrition, psychiatric wellness, osteopathy, acupuncture, allergy evaluation and treatment, bodywork and sports medicine. The new office also has a multipurpose room for yoga, meditation and learning.

“Visions aims to develop a sustainable care model by providing a complete and unique approach to wellness,” says Dr. Wendie Trubow, a practicing physician and quality director at Visions HealthCare. “Rather than simply masking the symptoms of illness, our goal is to foster fundamental changes that allow patients to live healthy, vibrant, productive lives well into old age.”

Trubow adds that Visions is committed to fostering the sustainability and health of the environment as well. The Dedham facility was designed by LEED certified architects to save energy, minimize irritants and allergens and provide an environment that’s conducive to wellness. The facility also features a 1,500gallon tank that will collect rainwater to irrigate its landscaping, which includes a meditative garden.

Visions HealthCare is located at 170 Worcester St. (Rte. 9) in Wellesley and 910 Washington St. in Dedham. For more information or to schedule an appointment, call 781-431-1333 or visit VisionsHealthCare.com. See ad on back cover.

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Black Pepper Fights Fat

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simple, widely available spice and kitchen staple may help us trim our waistlines. New research published in the American Chemical Society’s Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry gives the nod to black pepper. The study provides evidence of a long-sought explanation for the beneficial, fat-fighting effects of the common seasoning. Piperine, the pungent-tasting substance that gives black pepper its characteristic taste, helps block the formation of new fat cells.

Wisdom from Water

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imply drinking a glass of water can prompt better choices at the dinner table, concludes new research by T. Bettina Cornwell, Ph.D., of the University of Oregon, and Anna R. McAlister, Ph.D., of Michigan State University. In separate studies, young adults and children were tested according to their food and beverage choices. When the participants were served a soda, they selected foods that tended to be more salty and calorie-dense. However, when the provided beverage was water, participants ate more raw vegetables.

Frying Pan Faux Pas

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ried foods may please the palate, but cooking them in the wrong medium, such as sunflower oil, can present a health risk. Researchers from the University of the Basque Country, in North Spain, have discovered that organic aldehyde compounds become toxic when heated. These chemicals, previously linked with some types of cancer and neurodegenerative diseases such as Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s, are generated by the degradation of fatty acids in sunflower and other oils high in polyunsaturated fats, and some remain in food after frying. Oils with higher concentrations of monounsaturated fats, such as olive, peanut or coconut, are less worrisome if frying is the only cooking option.

Supplementation Cuts Colon Cancer Risk

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diet enhanced with multivitamin and mineral supplements may dramatically lower the risk of developing precancerous colon cancer lesions, according to research published in the Canadian Journal of Physiology and Pharmacology. Nearly 150,000 men and women in the United States are diagnosed with this second-most common form of cancer each year.

In the study, rats were fed a high-fat (20 percent) diet for 32 weeks. Those fed a high-fat, low-fiber diet and also exposed to a carcinogen, developed precancerous lesions of the colon. The animals that underwent a similar diet and treatment, but also received daily vitamin and mineral supplements, showed an 84 percent reduction in the formation of precancerous lesions and did not develop tumors.

A GMO-Free Grocery List

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ccording to a recent article published in Green American magazine, 93 percent of Americans believe that genetically modified foods should be labeled. However, only USDA-certified organic products cannot intentionally contain genetically modified organisms (GMO), so identifying GMO foods and products in a typical U.S. grocery store is difficult. The following information can help.

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) confirms that large percentages of the nation’s crops were genetically modified in 2011: 94 percent of conventional soy and soy products; 90 percent of cottonseed, a common ingredient in margarine, salad dressings and oils; and 88 percent of corn, contained in breakfast cereals, corn flour products such as chips and tortillas, high-fructose corn syrup, soups and condiments. More than 90 percent of the U.S. canola crop also is now genetically modified.

The Independent, one of England’s leading newspapers, reported in 1999 that the artificial sweetener aspartame has been made with genetically modified bacteria since 1965.

Aspartame, inconclusively linked with numerous health risks, is present in more than 6,000 products, including diet sodas. Two other ubiquitous artificial sweeteners, Nutrasweet and Equal, also contain aspartame.

The USDA further lists 95 percent of the 2009 U.S. sugar beet crop, used to produce conventional sugar, as genetically modified. NonGMO alternative sweeteners include pure cane sugar and honey from organic farms.

Source: GreenAmerica.org

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globalbriefs News and resources to inspire concerned citizens to work together in building a healthier, stronger society that benefits all.

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Government Steps In to Curb Greenwashing The U.S. Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has issued updated green marketing guidelines intended to stop advertisers from making deceptive or unqualified claims about products being environmentally beneficial or eco-friendly, called “greenwashing”. The FTC said that few products deliver the far-reaching environmental benefits that consumers associate with such claims, and they are nearly impossible to substantiate.

The revision is the first since 1998, when phrases like “carbon footprint” and “renewable energy” were relatively new.

Using input from consumers and industry groups, new sections address the use of carbon offsets, “green” certifications and seals, and renewable energy and renewable materials claims. Marketers are warned not to make broad, unqualified assertions that their products are environmentally benign or eco-friendly.

Arthur Weissman, president and CEO of Green Seal Inc., a nonprofit environmental certification organization based in Washington, D.C., says, “We hope that there will be enforcement to help rid the marketplace of the many less-thancredible seals and greenwashing that exist.”

The new guidelines are not rules or regulations, but general principles that describe the types of environmental claims the FTC may find deceptive. They do not address use of the terms “sustainable”, “natural” and “organic”.

Source: The Christian Science Monitor

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Turtles Facing Extinction Get Help The Turtle Survival Alliance Foundation (TSA) is opening a facility to house some of the world’s most endangered freshwater turtles and tortoises near Charleston, South Carolina. The 50-acre Turtle Survival Center will maintain living groups, or assurance colonies, of many species facing an uncertain future in the wild.

The center will house 20 species of freshwater turtles and tortoises ranked “critically endangered” by the International Union for the Conservation of Nature. Nine are also on the Turtle Conservation Coalition list of the world’s most endangered tortoises and freshwater turtles.

According to TSA President Rick Hudson, “No group of animals is under greater threat or faces a higher risk of extinction than freshwater turtles and tortoises.” The center will focus on species that have little chance of being recovered in nature because of habitat loss and intensive hunting pressures.

Some species have undergone such dramatic declines that without intervention, their extinction is imminent. It’s hoped that offspring born at the center will eventually repopulate their ancestral habitats.

Contribute to the TSA Turtle Survival Center capital campaign to help at TurtleSurvival.org.

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UV Light Cleans The Big Apple’s Water Supply New York City has opened the world’s largest water disinfection plant, using ultraviolet (UV) light as a sanitizing agent to eliminate cryptosporidium, giardia and other pathogenic microorganisms that can cause nausea, cramps, diarrhea and more serious ailments. Fifty-six massive UV units will neutralize waterborne pathogens in all drinking water derived from the city’s major sources.

The Catskill and the Delaware water supply systems, completed in 1927 and 1967, respectively, provide about 90 percent of the city’s water. The facility will process up to 9 billion liters daily, adding a second layer of sanitation to the city’s traditional chlorine treatment. While cryptosporidium is highly resistant to chlorine, UV has proved effective at controlling the parasite. Adenovirus is resistant to UV disinfection, but can be killed using chlorine.

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency requires that if unfiltered surface water treatment systems don’t filter drinking water, another barrier for microorganisms besides chlorine treatment needs to be installed. The alternative to UV would have been to build a much more expensive filtration facility that passes drinking water through a series of porous materials such as layers of sand, gravel and charcoal to remove chemicals, hazardous materials and toxins.

Source: Scientific American

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Mending a Throwaway Culture Countries can learn much from each other, and people that know how to fix things now have another model for benefiting their community by reducing the burden on landfills.

Conceived three years ago in Amsterdam as a way to help reduce waste, the Repair Café concept—in which citizens gather one or more days a month to socialize while mending clothes and broken household items like coffeemakers and vacuum cleaners—currently operates in more than 30 locations throughout The Netherlands. The effort in sustainability has been bolstered by a government grant, support from foundations and small donations that pay for staffing, marketing and even a Repair Café bus.

“In Europe, we throw out so many things,” says Martine Postma, a former journalist who initiated the idea after attending an exhibit on the benefits of repairing and recycling. “It’s a shame, because the things we throw away are usually not that broken.”

“I think it’s a great idea,” says Han van Kasteren, a professor at the Eindhoven University of Technology, who works on waste issues. “The social effect alone is important. When you get people together to do something for the environment, you raise consciousness, and repairing [something] gives a good feeling.”

The forum harbors two other positive aspects: It’s a way for handy retirees and others to ply and mentor skills that may have been dormant and also saves families the cost of buying a new product, a common occurrence as repair shops vanish along with handymen that make house calls.

The Repair Café Foundation provides lists of tools, tips for raising money, marketing materials and helpful insights for interested groups. To date, Postma has received inquiries from Australia, Belgium, France, Germany, Poland, South Africa and Ukraine. natural awakenings

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communityspotlight Lana Lemeshov and Koko FitClub: Personal Training for the 21st Century

by Kim Childs

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wenty-three years ago, Lana Lemeshov left the former Soviet Union to start a new life as a computer programmer in the United States. In 2012 she also became a franchise owner of two KoKo FitClubs, in West Roxbury and Brookline Village. The clubs offer a fully automated fitness experience, providing the kind of customized workouts that are usually led by a personal trainer. Lemeshov, who had no background in the fitness industry and a distaste for gyms, says that she was instantly smitten with Koko FitClub’s Zen-like atmosphere and tech-savvy approach to getting in shape. Natural Awakenings wanted to know more about this personal training style for the modern age.

What was it about Koko FitClub that made you a believer?

Everything is all figured out for you and the customized, 30-minute workout is so carefully orchestrated that you don’t waste a minute. It’s almost like a video game, which got me hooked.

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fact that it’s now my business, is that it got me to stop smoking. I also learned more about proper eating, and it just made me want to be fit. My whole relationship with my body changed.

What does someone experience, walking into the club?

It can be confusing for people who walk in expecting a gym, because it’s not. It’s a small studio with five SmartTrainers, which is the proprietary technology of Koko FitClub, and five cardio machines. Our complimentary initial session includes gathering data on your weight, height, fitness goals and body composition, which is measured by a medical-grade tool that reveals your lean muscle mass. We focus on lean muscle mass because it’s a better indication of fitness than weight. Based on these parameters and strength and range-of-motion tests, the system customizes a program for you, and it changes as you get stronger. An entire month at KoKo FitClub costs as much as one hour of personal training at most fitness centers.

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Can you describe a typical workout?

You enter the club, insert your flash drive into the SmartTrainer and begin your strength-training workout, which is different each time. You then do cardio training for 15 minutes on the treadmill or elliptical trainer. Instead of wasting an hour on these machines, the interval training features short bursts of load and rest, changing climbing speed and resistance. The audio track also features tips on nutrition and a healthy lifestyle. Fifteen minutes may seem like a small amount of time, but the technology makes it an incredibly effective workout.

What if someone has questions and needs to speak to a person?

That’s when our FitCoaches come in. They’re an essential part of the experience, trained and certified by KoKo FitClub. I have eight coaches in each club, and they help clients move through any obstacles and ensure that they are using the equipment correctly with the best form. Members can also come and work out at the club after

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hours when our staff is gone, just by using their key to enter any time between 5 a.m. and 11 p.m. At home, members can track their progress any time on their personal Koko FitClub website.

What kind of results have your members seen?

Our average member achieves a 19 percent increase in strength during their first 8-week program, and the numbers go up from there.

We also have specialized health tracks for chronic conditions. One of my members has high cholesterol and diabetes, and he followed our recommendations for strength training and cardio workouts. Eventually, his doctor decided that he didn’t need to see him every four months, based on the medical test results he was seeing.

We hear stories like that almost every day. I also have a family of six who joined, including a daughter who was preparing to get married. Because of Koko FitClub, all members of the bridal party had to alter their dresses before the wedding. It was a good problem to have, in my opinion.

KoKoFit Club is located at 39 Harvard St., Brookline Village, and 77 Spring St. (Shaw’s Plaza), West Roxbury. For more information, call 617-566-5656 (Brookline), 617-325-4800 (West Roxbury) or visit KokoFitClub.com. See ad on page 2 and Resource Guide on page 45. natural awakenings

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Healthy Lifestyle Tweaks Surprisingly Simple Changes for Feeling Good

by Kathleen Barnes

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ll of us have heard the admonition: “Eat lots of veggies and exercise daily and you’ll live a long, healthy life.”

There’s no question this advice is sound, but what about other helpfully healthy lifestyle adjustments we can make? Experts attest that doing easy things, such as going braless, walking barefoot or using a plug-in model instead of a cordless phone can all support wellness. Results range from stress relief to prevention of cancer, heart disease and other ailments often associated with aging.

“Making some of the simplest changes can have far-reaching positive effects on your health,” contends Frank King, a doctor of chiropractic and naturopathic medicine, president of King Bio Natural Medicine, in Asheville, North Carolina, and author of The Healing Revolution. “When we consider the huge negative effects shadowing the field of prescription drugs, it is just good sense to try things foundational to our health that are 20

natural, inexpensive, effective and free of problematic side effects.”

Muscle Testing

“The human body is an excellent lie detector. It is the world’s most sophisticated laboratory, with more wisdom than all medical professionals put together,” says King. His favorite technique is to tap into the body’s vast wisdom using applied kinesiology, or muscle testing. “The principal is simple.

When you are telling a truth or when something is good for the body, whether you are conscious of it or not, your body loosens up. When you are telling a lie or the body is rejecting something, your body tightens.”

Many holistic practitioners use applied kinesiology as a diagnostic tool. An easy way to use muscle testing at home is to bend forward, fingers stretching toward the toes. Set a baseline truth by saying out loud, “My name is _______,” and notice the length of the stretch.

Then utter an untruth, like call-

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ing yourself by a different name. Most people will find their range of motion is noticeably limited in the event of an untruth or something else that is not helpful.

A practical solution: Apply this technique in making any choice related to personal health.

Control Electronic Pollution Turn away from using cordless phones and turn off the Wi-Fi. Keep cell phones out of pockets and purses. Move the TV out of the bedroom. These devices emit enormous amounts of radiation, disturbing our sleep patterns, thickening our blood and causing inflammation and a number of associated diseases, according to Dr. Stephen Sinatra, an integrative cardiologist and co-author of The Great Cholesterol Myth.

Recent findings of Sinatra’s research team at the University of California-Irvine, published in the Journal of Alternative and Complementary Medicine, confirm that physical contact with the Earth naturally thins blood.

“Grounding appears to be one of the simplest and yet most profound interventions for helping reduce cardiovascular risk and cardiovascular events,” the researchers concluded.

A recent study of animals by the Bioelectromagnetics Laboratory at Zhejiang University School of Medicine-Hangzhou, in China, shows that exposure to radio and electromagnetic frequencies (EMF) like those found in cell phones can alter some genes. An Indian study by the Bioelectromagnetic Laboratory at Jawaharlal Nehru University-New Delhi suggests that EMF exposure increases the production of free radicals in animal brains, which can lead to inflammation, cancer, heart disease and other serious diseases.

Swiss research published in the journal Somnologie by University of Bern scientists shows a clear connection between radio frequencies (RF) and sleep disturbances. The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) admits a possible link between extensive cell phone use and exposure to RF waves and brain cancer.

Sinatra calls Wi-Fi signals “the new coronary risk factor” and warns, “Be aware that if you are on a computer at home on Wi-Fi, that is toxic to

your body.”

A practical solution: Use an ethernet cable to connect computers rather than wireless; switch to an old-fashioned plug-in phone with a handset attached; and stay three feet away from cell phones—never wear them. Sinatra says his research shows that men that put a cell phone in a pocket experience a reduction in testosterone within four hours.

Change Footwear In addition to unplugging from potentially harmful devices, Sinatra recommends plugging into Earth’s healing energies. “Our ancestors walked barefoot and slept on the ground. They were connected to Earth’s electrical energies that kept them balanced and healthy,” explains the co-author of Earthing.

New research from the University of California-Irvine published in the Journal of Environment and Public Health explains how modern lifestyles tend to separate us from the healing electrical energies of the Earth. Because we rarely walk barefoot or sleep on the ground and most people wear rubbersoled shoes that break the currents, few are benefitting from this wealth of easily accessed healing energies that benefit the heart, brain, muscles and nervous and immune systems.

“Practically no one has the slightest notion of an electrical or energetic connection between his or her body and the Earth,” explains Sinatra. “The ground provides a subtle electric signal that governs the intricate mechanisms that help maintain health and make our bodies work, just like plugging a light into a power socket.”

Taken together, the research points to many health benefits gained by staying connected with our home planet, which Sinatra reports in Earthing, including reduced inflammation, relief from chronic pain muscle tension and headaches, lower blood pressure and tempered hormonal swings.

As a practical

Ditch Antiperspirant Along with the Bra Most commercial antiperspirant deodorants contain aluminum compounds, which have estrogen-like properties. Because estrogen imbalances can promote the growth of breast cancer tissue, aluminum may have the same effect when absorbed through the skin.

Source: National Cancer Institute, National Institutes of Health solution, Sinatra prescribes taking a little “vitamin G” (for grounding) every day: Walk barefoot as much as possible. Sit or lie on the ground with as much skin as possible in contact with living things such as grass, trees, pine needles or earth. During the winter, touch grounded electrical outlets or metal plumbing pipes. Also, wear comfortable, leather-soled shoes without socks indoors and out, because leather is an excellent conductor of Earth’s energies.

Ditch the Bra “Breast cancer is caused by bras,” medical anthropologist Sydney Ross Singer states unequivocally. He is coauthor of Dressed to Kill, with Soma Grismaijer, and director of the Institute for the Study of Culturogenic Disease, in Pahoa, Hawaii.

“Bras are designed to change the shape of a woman’s breasts to a culturally approved image,” remarks Singer. “But bras also create a pressure band between the breast and the lymph nodes, causing inflammation and swelling, and causing lymph to back up, restricting the body’s natural detoxification system.”

“Cancer-causing toxins are delivered to the breast tissue by the bloodstream and are kept there by the bra,” he explains, likening the toxins to bullets. “The bra holds them in place, pointed directly at the breasts.”

Singer’s research, conducted in the early 1990s, showed that women

that wore bras 24/7 had a breast cancer risk 125 times that of women that never wore bras. Yet Singer’s findings have been largely dismissed by the medical community, and bra manufacturers still offer few wire-free styles.

A Harvard School of Public Health study, published in the European Journal of Cancer Care in 1991, also discovered that bra-free women had a lower rate of breast cancer. Because the results were not central to the focus of the university’s research at the time, there’s been no follow-up.

A practical solution: Wear a bra as little as possible. If it is sometimes necessary, wear one without wires, and engage in regular breast massage.

This can be enjoyable and is an ideal partner activity.

Hum Often Another Singer assertion is that simply humming “mmmmmmmmm” a couple of minutes a day can stimulate the thyroid and increase the production of thyroid hormones of those with an underactive thyroid. The butterflyshaped gland wraps around the larynx, or voice box, which Singer contends is part of nature’s elegant design, meant to be stimulated by sound.

The Cleveland Clinic reports that 10 percent of the U.S. population age 65 and over suffers from hypothyroidism, with the rate in the general population between 1 and 2 percent.

The condition is a special problem for women encountering perimenopause

Simple Stress Relief Resets Brain Function Using the index fingers, find two small knobs, usually about an inch above the midpoint of the eyebrows, known as the neurovascular reflex points.

Rest fingers very lightly on these points until a pulse is felt. It may take several minutes. Be patient.

Mentally review a current stressor using all the senses; see, feel, smell, hear and taste it.

Source: Dr. Frank King, president, King Bio Natural Medicine, Asheville, NC

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or menopause, when hormone levels can fluctuate wildly.

“The medical community has considered the effect of the thyroid on the voice but not the vibratory effect of vocalization on thyroid function,” says Singer. “It stands to reason that humming, singing or quietly talking is preferred to the overstimulation of shouting or yelling.”

Adopt a Pet “Animals are among our best teachers,” says Dr. Carol Roberts, the author of Good Medicine: A Return to Common

Write it on your heart that every day is the best day in the year. ~ Ralph Waldo Emerson

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Sense, who teaches holistic care at the University of South Florida’s Morsani College of Medicine. “Animal companions give us so much more than they ask for and live in a state of unconditional, open-hearted love.”

Roberts notes numerous studies that show the simple presence of a loving animal can lower our blood pressure and slow the heart rate. A CDC heart study, for example, showed subjects that had owned a cat at any time were 40 percent less likely to die of a heart attack.

Japanese researchers from Azabu University, in Kanagawa-ken, found that dog owners experienced a spike in oxytocin—a neurotransmitter that helps us cope with stress—by simply meeting their pet’s gaze. While people widely recognize that walking the dog is great exercise, other loving interactions with our pets support happiness and health, as well.

Exercise Artistic Skills Giving oneself artistic license is also healthy, advises Roberts. “Just bring a little beauty into your life, whether it’s choosing which clothing and accessories to wear, arranging a vase of table

flowers or dancing to favorite music.

Just do something creative every day.”

Energy therapists maintain that exposure to creative activities improves circulation to the brain and thyroid; on a psychological level, it also works to improve self-confidence and selfexpression.

A recent study at the University of Colorado published in the journal Palliative & Supportive Care confirmed that individual art therapy is useful in supporting cancer patients during chemotherapy. Fiftyone of the 54 participants said it helped them to relax, talk about their situation or explore and express emotions to their benefit.

Roberts adds, “It’s even better if you join a group engaged in a creative activity. I think people in general do better when we come together to create something beautiful.”

These experts’ prescriptions for such simple lifestyle changes have shown how commonsense adjustments in everyday living can have profound, health-altering results, with only good after effects.

Kathleen Barnes is a natural health advocate, author and publisher. Among her many books is The Super Simple HCG Diet (Square One). Connect at KathleenBarnes.com.

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Detoxing is Essential to Healthier Living

by Nancy Zare

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ny discussion about detoxing begins with the understanding that our planet and bodies are loaded with toxins. Research has shown that, even in utero, humans test positive for a host of substances that don’t belong in the body.

Since World War II, industrial nations have introduced more than 70,000 chemicals into the environment. Here’s a list of the usual ways in which most people currently expose themselves to toxins: •Consuming highly processed foods and beverages •Eating cooked foods, especially items microwaved in plastic containers •Living/working in urban areas that are full of air pollution •Drinking fluoridated and/or chlorinated water •Using non-organic household cleaning agents •Using non-organic hair and skin care products •Having mercury amalgam tooth fillings

A person who is laden with toxins lacks energy, feels sluggish, is prone to illness, has poor digestion and elimination and may even be depressed. Any healthy living plan should begin with detoxing to both decrease exposure to toxins and remove the toxins that are already there. Consider these recommendations to begin with: •Strive to eat organic foods with minimal processing and consume lots of raw produce 24

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•Eat fruits high in antioxidants, such as pomegranates and blueberries •Because of the widespread use of hormones in animals raised for food, avoid animal products when possible •Take high-quality, whole-food supplements to make up for nutrient deficiencies in today’s food •Drink plenty of pure water. The rule of thumb is to drink half your body weight in ounces, which is the amount lost through urination, respiration, and perspiration. Ionized water is preferred over tap, bottled, well and filtered waters because it’s brimming with antioxidants and is highly alkaline.

Drinking ionized water also supports the kidneys and bowels.

•Use an air purifier •Expel old air from your lungs with deep breathing exercises •Oxygenate your cells by exercising; a minitrampoline is a fun way to do this •Use a loofa to remove dead tissue from your skin, which is an organ of elimination; saunas, ionic foot baths and detoxifying foot pads are also helpful •Have regular bowel movements, since many toxins reside in any matter that’s retained in the bowel There are also specific dietary programs for cleansing the liver, colon, kidney, lungs and skin. It’s best to consult a quality health care practitioner for guidance on these.

Nancy Zare, Ph.D., is an international health and wellness consultant and an independent representative of Kangen Water Ionizers. For more information, call 508-981-2315.

See Resource Guide on page 47.

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Healthy New Year

by Wendie Trubow

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ach January, most gyms are chock-full of people with good fitness intentions for the new year. The crowds usually thin out by February, however, because those passionate vows to lose weight and get healthy can be difficult to maintain. That’s why it’s important to create strategies for success that can support a healthy lifestyle all year long.

When making health and fitness goals, the first thing to explore is whether they are realistic. While it’s reasonable to assume that a highly trained athlete can work out seven days a week for an hour each day, this is an unrealistic goal for the average person. As a result, such a rigorous program is almost guaranteed to fail. If exercise is not yet a part of someone’s daily routine, it would be more effective to start with a program of three to four half-hour sessions a week.

The next criterion for a successful lifestyle change is that it be sustainable. For example, if the goal is to lose weight, then a diet consisting of only 500 calories a day will be effective. If the goal is to lose weight and keep it off, however, this would not be sustainable because the pounds will come back as soon as calories are increased. A less drastic program, consisting of about 1,000 calories a day, supports a slower reduction in weight that’s

more likely to last.

The third critical aspect of any health goal is that it be specific and measureable. Instead of saying “I want to get healthy,” it’s more effective to spell that out. Does getting healthy mean eating less sugar and refined carbs? If so, how many servings a week would be allowed? “I want to lose weight,” is another great intention, but planning to lose two pounds a week for the next 15 weeks is a specific, measureable goal that’s easier to track.

Finally, when making resolutions for the new year, it’s critical to consider one’s everyday environment. If the aim is to quit smoking, how likely is a person to succeed if everyone else in the house smokes? It’s essential to predict and strategize around the challenges of being surrounded by friends, family members and co-workers with less healthy habits. A support group or a “healthy habits buddy” could bolster good intentions in such cases.

Dr. Wendie Trubow is a practicing physician and quality director at Visions HealthCare, located at 170 Worcester St. (Rte. 9) in Wellesley, with a second Dedham location opening this month. For more information, call 781-2325400 or visit VisionsHealthCare.com. See ad on back cover.

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Bioidentical Hormones Restore Balance in Men and Women

A Wild Ride Robert Duncan Wyoming’s wide-open spaces lassoed Robert Duncan’s imagination as a boy and never let go. Although he grew up in the suburbs of Salt Lake City, Utah, Duncan spent cherished summers on his grandparents’ ranch, where his grandmother gave him his first set of oil paints. Today, his light-filled canvases portray the rural scenes and simpler way of life of the American West.

Realistic and respectful of nature and the pioneer spirit that continues to permeate the West, Duncan’s art gives visual testament to the simple joys and quiet peace and beauty of rural living. “We all need nature in our lives,” he believes. “The family farm is disappearing at an alarming rate. I want my grandchildren to be able to walk through a field and hear a meadowlark call.”

Duncan says that his paintings are, “… a call to think about the things that touch our lives. Just to know that there are wild places being kept wild makes our lives better. I hope that we might all be willing to do our part to save these things for future generations.”

Robert Duncan’s art is held in private collections worldwide. View his portfolio at RobertDuncanStudios. com.

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by Connie Jackson

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s people age, their hormone levels can decline or become out of balance. Hormonal imbalances are the root cause of many chronic health problems, and they can increase the risk of serious disease. Biodentical hormone therapy can help both men and women to enhance and restore their well-being, health and vitality at any stage of life.

Derived from yams and soy, bioidentical hormones have the same molecular structure as hormones that are naturally produced in the human body. This means that they can be metabolized properly, unlike synthetic hormones, which are not metabolized well and can increase the risk of heart attack, stroke, blood clots and various types of cancer. Synthetic hormones are made in specific doses, which creates a one-size-fits-all approach, whereas bioidentical hormones are specifically formulated to meet each person’s individual needs and symptoms.

Bioidentical hormones are primarily made by compounding pharmacies accredited through the Pharmacy Compounding Accreditation Board. These hormones are most often available as

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transdermal creams, gels and patches that do not have to be metabolized in the liver, unlike synthetic oral hormones. This eliminates the clotting risk associated with oral estrogen, and also allows bioidentical hormones to be prescribed in much lower doses than oral medications.

The main bioidentical hormones prescribed are estradiol, estriol, progesterone, testosterone and DHEA. They can relieve such symptoms as hot flashes, night sweats, low sex drive, erectile dysfunction, urinary problems, hair loss, fatigue, insomnia, brain fog, memory loss, depression and irritability. Bioidentical hormones also help with PMS, vaginal dryness, painful intercourse, irregular menstrual cycles, bone loss, weight gain and loss of muscle mass.

Because both men and women need estrogen, progesterone and testosterone at various concentrations, bioidentical hormones can be prescribed for both sexes. Estrogen, which affects libido and sexual desire, plays a role in the development of sexual characteristics and reproduction in men and women. It also regulates

such physiologic processes as bone building and cholesterol metabolism.

Progesterone makes additional hormones that are important for brain function, bone health, blood sugar regulation, thyroid hormone production and libido. It also affects sleep, mood, blood clotting and immunity.

Testosterone is important for improving and maintaining bone density, boosting memory and cognitive function, decreasing hair loss, building muscle and maintaining sexual function.

When considering bioidentical hormone replacement to restore normal function, it’s crucial to consult with a trained and experienced hormone specialist. Treatments can then be tailored to meet individual needs and bring about the best results.

Dr. Connie Jackson practices at 55 Pond Ave., Brookline; and 132 Great Rd., Stow. For more information, call 617-232-0202 or visit ConnieAJacksonMD.com. See ad on page 33, and Resource Guide on page 44.

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SUSTAINABLE WEIGHT LOSS Five Secrets for Feeling Like Yourself Again

by Judith Fertig

Health experts agree that many foods can play multiple roles in weight loss.

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tarting in the 1970s, natural foods advocate and journalist Kathleen Barnes, of Brevard, North Carolina, avidly practiced vegetarianism, yet through the years she still gained weight. Searching for answers, she shared her findings in an array of books that include 8 Weeks to Vibrant Health: A Take Charge Plan for Women (co-authored with Dr. Hyla Cass) and Rx from the Garden: 101 Food Cures You Can Easily Grow.

“When I at last learned which key foods to add to my diet, I lost 100 pounds—and kept them off,” says Barnes.

Burn fat. Foods with thermogenic properties help heat up the body and may help burn fat. “You feel a flush when you eat or drink them,” Barnes notes. Chili peppers, curry powder, horseradish, mustard, garlic, onion, wasabi, ginger, black pepper and radishes are especially good choices in cold weather, when we want to feel warm anyway.

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far less than they normally would. Plus, red, cayenne and jalapeño peppers, hot sauces and any other spicy foods are all very low in calories.”

Enhance mood. We don’t want to feel hungry or deprived when trying to lose weight. The protein in turkey, chicken and cold-water fish like salmon and mackerel helps us feel more satisfied and on top of things.

Barnes also suggests eating low-fat cottage cheese, avocado, wheat germ, whole-grain crackers and bananas to help increase serotonin levels and feelings of well-being. “When you crave something sweet or feel like you’re crashing mid-afternoon, that’s the time to eat a small amount of these foods to get you back on track,” she advises.

Julia Ross, author of The Mood Cure and The Diet Cure, agrees. This Mill Valley, California, nutritional psychotherapist recommends complex carbohydrates such as whole grains to keep us on an even keel during weight loss.

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“This means pushing away the leftover cake and eating sensible carbs to stimulate serotonin,” she says.

Promote digestion. The fiber in fresh fruits and vegetables and whole grains helps move things along in the digestive system, making our bodies work more efficiently. Barnes favors drinking peppermint and other herbal teas and incorporating sage, dill, oregano and other herbs in savory dishes to aid digestion.

According to a recent University of Illinois study, soluble fiber found in oat bran, fruits, vegetables and nuts not only facilitates digestion, but also supports the immune system. Professor Gregory Freund, who teaches at the university’s medical school in Champaign, explains, “Soluble fiber changes the personality of immune cells—they go from being pro-inflammatory, angry cells to antiinflammatory, healing cells that help us recover faster from infection.”

Feel full. Hunger pangs can derail anyone’s best efforts to eat better.

Barnes learned that liquids, including up to two quarts of water a day, help retain a satisfied feeling. In cooler months, she makes soups that incorporate leafy green vegetables, onion, garlic, chili peppers and herbs.

An apple a day might keep the doctor away—and help in other ways, as well. “Apples have a high water content and are packed with fiber, two factors that leave you

satiated,” says Keren Gilbert, a registered dietitian and founder of Decision Nutrition, in Great Neck, New York.

“For a tasty protein-packed snack, top apple slices with natural almond butter.”

Accept treats. Leaving room for a treat, like a piece of fine chocolate, can leave us feeling satisfied rather than stuffed, says Katherine Harvey, a registered dietitian in Kansas City, Missouri.

Indulging in a little sweet treat from time to time reinforces the perception that eating right can be simple and pleasurable, says Barnes. In cold months, she likes to bake apples

sweetened with Stevia and cinnamon, or poach pears in fruit juice and spices.

She might break open a pomegranate and slowly munch each ruby-colored seed, or stop at a coffee shop to sip a latte made with low-fat milk.

Barnes’ evolved natural foods strategy has helped her maintain a desirable weight for many years now. “Sustainable weight loss involves sustainable eating,” she says, “finding healthy foods that we can enjoy for the rest of our lives.”

Award-winning cookbook author Judith Fertig blogs at AlfrescoFood AndLifestyle.blogspot.com.

Bonus Tips Be mindful. Hunger may be more mental or emotional, rather than physical, says nutritionist Katherine Harvey. “Becoming more aware of where in our bodies we’re feeling hungry—our heads, chests or stomachs—can help us discern if we’re eating out of boredom, emotional distress or true physical need.”

Drink lots of water. Staying hydrated is important. To keep track of her water, Barnes drinks it from a two-quart canning jar.

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Insulin Resistance

is Often Behind Those Stubborn Extra Pounds

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any people carry an extra 5, 25 or even 50 pounds of weight on their bodies. These excess pounds are often concentrated around the waist and belly, and it can be quite a challenge to shed them and keep them off. Most people who struggle with this issue are hampered by a problem that is rarely mentioned when it comes to weight loss, namely, insulin resistance.

Insulin resistance occurs when insulin receptors in the cells decrease in number and efficiency. Since insulin is the fat storage hormone, pounds increase when these receptors are not operating efficiently. The main reason for this malfunction is a diet high in refined sugar and carbohydrates.

To understand this process, it’s important to know what happens to carbohydrates in the body. Once they are eaten, carbohydrates are converted into glucose (blood sugar), which is used by the body for energy.

Some carbohydrates are converted into glucose more quickly than others and have what is known as a high Glycemic Index (GI). Examples include white bread, white rice, cereals, potatoes and pasta. Foods that convert and release glucose more gradually, thus having low-GI scores, include apples, vegetables, beans and seeds.

As the consumption of too many high glycemic carbohydrates spikes blood sugar, the pancreas reacts by triggering the production of insulin and storing excess glucose in the cells. Since cells in the liver, muscles and brain are already full, this excess is stored in fat cells. Furthermore, sugar spikes are followed by crashes, causing hunger and feelings of fatigue that drive more poor eating habits. If this cycle continues day after day, the body never uses up the excess energy stored in the fat cells. Waistlines grow as a result.

The solution is to reset the body by eliminating high-GI foods from the diet. Such a change can be difficult, depending upon the severity of a person’s sugar addiction. A successful plan involves eating a consistently low-glycemic diet of lean protein and vegetables, eliminating high-glycemic foods, adding proper nutritional supplementation and incorporating 20 minutes of exercise into each day.

This resets the production of insulin and establishes a new baseline for the body, which is then less likely to store unwanted fat.

Pam Pearson is a certified health and nutrition advisor and founder of Wealthy Healthy Women. For more information, email Pam@Wealthy HealthyWomen.com, call 978-8776122 or visit WealthyHealthyWomen. com. See ad on page 23 and Resource Guide on page 46.

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GMO Truths and Consequences Health and Safety are Question Marks

by Melinda Hemmelgarn

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he food industry tells consumers that genetically engineered foods are safe. On university campuses, agriculture students learn that such genetically modified organisms (GMO) are both safe and necessary to feed the world. The Council for Biotechnology Information, a biotech industry-supported nonprofit, even created a coloring book to teach children about the many benefits of GMO crops, including improved nutrition.

Most GMO crops have been genetically engineered to withstand spraying with herbicides, such as Monsanto’s Roundup-Ready soybeans, or to produce their own pesticides, such as “Bt” corn and cotton. Bill Freese, a science policy analyst at the nonprofit Center for Food Safety, warns us to be leery of simplistic claims that don’t take into account unintended consequences.

For example, he points out that, “GMO crops have nothing to do with feeding the world, because almost all genetically engineered crops are corn and soybeans... used to feed livestock in rich countries, or to feed automobiles.”

Approximately 40 percent of corn currently is used to make ethanol.

Freese adds, “They don’t increase yields and they don’t increase nutrition.” But GMO crops have led to a staggering increase in herbicide use, putting both farmers and consumers at greater risk for exposure to these toxins

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and related diseases, according to the Center for Food Safety.

So the question is: Are GMOs the panacea industry wants us to believe, or are they contributing to chronic disease?

Here are three claims commonly heard about GMOs, generally made by the biotechnology industry and their funded researchers.

Claim: GMOs are safe.

Fact Check: Little research exists

on the long-term effects of consuming GMO foods. According to Douglas Gurian-Sherman, a senior scientist with the Union of Concerned Scientists, safety assessments have left us with significant uncertainties about whether GMO food is safe or not. However, concerns voiced by the Center for Food Safety revolve around potential allergens and toxins from both herbicide and pesticide residues and new genetic material.

New research from the European Union published in Food and Chemical Toxicology adds to growing concerns about the risks. Researchers discovered that rats fed GMO corn and drinking water containing Roundup herbicide experienced negative health effects during their two-year lifespan, including mammary tumors and disabled pituitary function in females, and liver and kidney damage in males. These outcomes were attributed to the endocrine-disrupting ef-

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fects of Roundup, as well as the genetic makeup of the engineered corn.

What makes this study unique and troubling is that it’s the longest such study period to date. Most studies funded and conducted by industry last just 90 days—not long enough to fully document potential harm.

Michael Hansen, Ph.D., a senior scientist at Consumer Reports, states in a memo to the American Medical Association’s (AMA) Council on Science and Public Health, “Unlike all other developed countries, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration does not require safety testing for GE [genetically engineered] plants.”

Hansen explains, “In addition to the FDA not requiring any premarket safety testing, there is virtually no independent safety testing of these crops in the United States, due to intellectual property rights. When farmers buy GE seed in the U.S., they invariably must sign a product stewardship agreement that forbids them from giving such seeds to researchers.” Plus, “Researchers must get permission from the biotech companies before they can do research, which means there is a paucity of independent research.”

The good news is that last June, the AMA recommended mandatory pre-market safety testing to better characterize the potential harms of bioengineered foods.

Claim: GMO crops use fewer pesti-

cides, and those used are safer than most others and break down quickly.

Fact Check: Roundup herbicide is increasingly sprayed on a growing number of herbicide-resistant GMO crops, including corn, soy, canola, sugar beets and most recently, alfalfa. By tracking the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s pesticide use data, Charles Benbrook, research professor at the Center for Sustaining Agriculture and Natural Resources, at Washington State University, discovered that herbicide-resistant crop technology led to a 527-million-pound increase in herbicide use in the United States between 1996 and 2011.

With the growing presence of herbicide-resistant weeds, new GE forms of corn and soybeans have been developed to resist stronger and more

dangerous herbicides, such as 2,4-D, one of the two ingredients in Agent Orange, a defoliant used in the Vietnam War. Benbrook projects that these new GMO crops could drive herbicide usage up by about another 50 percent.

According to Warren Porter, Ph.D., a biologist and environmental toxicology professor at the University of Wisconsin-Madison, and Theo Colborn, Ph.D., president of The Endocrine Disruption Exchange, glyphosate, the active chemical ingredient in Roundup, is an endocrine disruptor, meaning it interferes with hormone systems.

Porter says we can expect higher levels of herbicide residues in GMO food crops. A report from the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) found that glyphosate is now commonly found in rain, streams and air during the growing season. “Though glyphosate is the most widely used herbicide in the world, we know very little about its long-term effects to the environment,” cautions Paul Capel, a USGS chemist.

A Canadian study showing that the Bt toxins from GMO corn are showing up in umbilical cord blood and the blood of pregnant women is another concern. Monsanto claims Bt is harmless and will break down in our digestive tracts. But we have no way of knowing the effect of these toxins on developing fetuses, says Marcia IshiiEiteman, Ph.D., a senior scientist with the Pesticide Action Network.

Claim: GMO labeling isn’t necessary.

Fact Check: Hansen believes that if

there are unexpected adverse health effects resulting from consuming GMO foods, a product label would allow people to begin connecting symptoms with foods consumed. Until there is consistent, national GMO food labeling, everyone is just dining in the dark.

Learn more and take action at JustLabelIt.org.

Melinda Hemmelgarn, aka the “Food Sleuth,” is a registered dietitian and award-winning writer and radio host at kopn.org, in Columbia, MO (Food Sleuth@gmail.com). She advocates for organic farmers at Enduring-Image. blogspot.com. natural awakenings

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Addressing Autism

Families Have Reasons for Hope

by Brita Belli

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arents of autistic children are encouraged when they witness improvements after eliminating gluten (wheat) and casein (dairy) from their kids’ diets. Now a parental study supports the correlation—for some kids on the autism spectrum, the gluten- and casein-free (GFCF) diet appears to be connected with remarkable changes.

Laura Cousino Klein, associate professor of biobehavioral health and human development at the Penn State College of Medicine, helped lead research that surveyed 387 parents or caregivers with affected children.

For those diagnosed with combinations of autism and gastrointestinal issues or food sensitivities, the GFCF diet brought marked improvements in their autism spectrum disorder (ASD) behaviors—reducing hyperactivity and tantrums; minimizing constipation and seizures; and improving social behaviors.

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tween the brain, gut and behaviors, but recent findings suggest that significant links exist. “One hypothesis is that by eliminating dietary triggers in the presence of food allergies or gastrointestinal distress, you’re reducing inflammation or irritability of the immune system, and that’s affecting the way the brain is functioning,” she says.

Dietary Turnaround One Racine, Wisconsin, mom, Cindy Schultz, a tireless advocate for her autistic son, says, “As an infant, he either had constipation or diarrhea. There was never a happy medium.” The GFCF diet has improved his health and his ability to communicate.

Shauna Layton, in Clinton, Indiana, says her son experienced similar bowel problems and she also saw a remarkable turnaround in his language abilities and social interactions as they adhered to a GFCF diet and eliminated sugar and yeast. Other parents from her online support group, Together in

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Autism, report similar success. “Some children have never talked, and now they are saying ‘Mom,’ ‘Dad,’ or ‘I love you,’ for the first time,” Layton says.

A definitive gut-brain link with autism has yet to be identified. Some scientists suggest that kids with autism are more likely to have leaky gut syndrome (intestinal permeability), which allows peptides from gluten and casein to escape from the digestive tract, cross the intestinal membranes, enter the bloodstream and go to the brain, causing the neurobehavioral symptoms known as ASDs, according to the American Academy of Pediatrics. While the AAP knows of no scientific proof that a GFCF diet will bring benefits, they note that it’s possible, especially in people suffering from celiac disease.

Parents have also observed that food dyes can exacerbate hyperactivity in children, a connection unconfirmed by the federal government. In 2011, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration Food Advisory Committee suggested further testing, while voting against additional food labeling requirements for potentially problematic dyes.

Meanwhile, some parents affirm that eliminating such dyes has helped them better manage their children’s attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). A 2011 study taking into account 35 years of research found that many ADHD children showed significant improvement after eliminating dyes from their diets; it also registered that greater than 70 percent were positively influenced by various dietary changes. The results were promising enough for researchers to conclude, “A trial elimination diet is appropriate for children that have not responded satisfactorily to conventional treatment.”

The Role of Vitamin D A 2012 study in the Journal of Neuroinflammation found that autistic children had significantly lower levels of vitamin D than control subjects. Vitamin D, the study notes, regulates immune function and thus autoimmunity; when the immune system is disrupted and the body attacks itself, it may play a role in the

development of autism.

Dr. John Cannell, founder of the nonprofit Vitamin D Council, remarks that fear of sun overexposure has led to the deficiencies. “Vitamin D is not a vitamin,” Cannell clarifies. “It’s a steroid hormone system that begins in the skin.

If children aren’t getting any photons of UVB light, they’re not making any vitamin D.”

He notes that the rise in autism rates during the last 25 years tracks with increases in 50-plus SPF sunscreen use, more time spent indoors and a rise in breastfeeding. Because breast milk contains low amounts of vitamin D, since 2003 the AAP has emphasized the importance of parents giving vitamin D supplement drops to breastfed infants.

The same vitamin D study showed that the severity of autism correlated strongly with deficiencies of this vitamin and that the higher the level, the less severe the symptoms. Cannell has witnessed this phenomenon via a clinic hosted by the Vitamin D Council, recommending increases in vitamin D levels for autistic children to “high normal levels” and reducing vitamin A, which blocks the action of vitamin D.

“We have children on 5,000 to 10,000 units of vitamin D a day,” Cannell reports. “We see improvements in terms of sleep, meltdowns, eye contact, cognitive capacity, fine motor skills, language and reading—across the spectrum.”

Let our New Year’s resolution be this: We will be there for one another as fellow members of humanity, in the finest sense of the word. ~ Goran Persson

Brita Belli is the author of The Autism Puzzle: Connecting the Dots Between Environmental Toxins and Rising Autism Rates.

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MONDAY, DECEMBER 31 First Night Boston – The oldest, largest and most elaborate New Year’s Eve event of this type in the U.S. One thousand artists, musicians and performers entertain the crowds in more than 200 performances throughout the city. $15 for a button. FirstNight.org.

TUESDAY, JANUARY 1 Annual New Year’s Day Swim – 8:30am, registration. A tradition of the L Street Brownies for over 100 years. Take a chilly swim in the Boston Harbor to celebrate the new year. Free.

Curley Recreation Center, L St Beach, 1663 Columbia Rd, Boston. LStreetCurley.com.

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SATURDAY, JANUARY 5 Free Introduction to Reiki – 10am-12pm. Learn about Reiki, the ancient hands-on healing art for reducing stress and facilitating healing. Come and meet the Reiki Master Teachers Ulrike & Denis Dettling Kalthofer, listen to a lecture about Reiki and its history, experience a 20-minute guided imagery and relaxation. Space limited.

Pre-registration required. Call to reserve your space today. Arlington Reiki Associates, 366 Mass Ave, Ste 304, Arlington. 781-648-9334.

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Reiki I Certification Class – 10am-6pm. Reiki I is a complete method of accessing healing energy for yourself and others. Learn the hand positions, receive the channel opening attunements, practice giving a complete Reiki treatment and receive one. This ancient healing art reduces stress, relieves pain, facilitates personal and spiritual growth, and healing on all levels. Simple and easy to learn. Continuing Education Credits available. $150. Arlington Reiki Associates, 366 Mass Ave, Ste 304, Arlington. 781-648-9334.

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Establishing a Home Practice – 4-6pm. Come experience a well-balanced, vigorous practice from which you can create your own home practice. We will touch on standing poses, inversions, twists, and backbends. $25. Inner Space Yoga, 17 Station St, Brookline. 617-6455573. AnnieHoffmanYoga.com.

SUNDAY, JANUARY 6 Crystal Bowl Meditation – 5:30-6:30pm.

Crystal Bowl Meditation Sound vibration is the primary mover for change. We all hold within our bones, blood, organs, emotional and etheric bodies, the harmonious vibrational memory that is the organizational pattering for perfect health. Start the new year releasing that which no longer serves you, and bring in renewed vitality and health. CT Yoga Center, Beverly Rd, Middletown. 978-897-8846. SacredSongReiki. com.

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NSA can help you handle stress, improve posture and achieve a greater sense of overall well-being.

Free. Newton Chiropractic & Wellness Centre, 345 Boylston St (Rte 9), Ste 300, Newton. 617964-3332. WellAdjusted.com.

Call 978-261-3975 or email James@tTheWholeBody.net 594 Marrett Road • Lexington, MA Yoga for Mindful Eating – 5:30-7:30pm. Thru Feb 17. Explore your relationship with food in this 7-week series aimed at clearing out old habits and behaviors. Includes yoga postures as a warmup to discussion, supported group sharing circle, meditation and journaling and bringing healing and connection to our body, heart and mind.

Space limited. Pre-registration required. $225.

Watertown Center for the Healing Arts, 22 Mt Auburn St, Watertown Sq, Watertown. 617-3932200. NamasteNutrition.net.

MONDAY, JANUARY 7 Knotty Minds/Knotty Bodies: Yoga to Transform the Inner and Outer You – 7-8:30pm.

With Edie Blue. Workshop with gentle yoga exercises to help release stress and bring insight into causes of stress. Wear loose clothing and bring a journal. Consult with a physician if there are questions about participation. $18/advance, $20/door. Theosophical Society, 21 Maple St, Arlington. 617-926-4155. TSBoston.org.

TUESDAY, JANUARY 8 Transforming Your New Year’s Resolutions Into Reality – 7-9pm. An empowering workshop offered by Wellness coach, Katrina Piehler. This year, instead of setting goals that fizzle out by the end of January, empower yourself to make meaningful changes that last. Free. Living From Center – Wellness Coaching, 1236 Broadway, Somerville. 617-833-3035. Living-From-Center. com.

Network Spinal Analysis Class – 7:308:30pm. Discover your body’s innate ability to heal itself. This is possible through an advanced chiropractic technique called Network Spinal Analysis (NSA). Learn the basics of this fascinating modality. By emphasizing the inherent wisdom and healing intelligence of the body,

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Guided Imagery for Cancer – 7-8pm. Discover the power of guided imagery for cancer and learn how to harness the power of your mind and imagination to relieve physical and emotional stress, promote wellness and improve recovery.

Free. Office of Personal Healing, 496 Harvard St, Ste 1, Brookline. Space limited; RSVP: 781-4922294. 617-564-0707. AvinoamLerner.com.

Reiki I Training – 11am-5pm. Reiki I Training Reiki is universal life force energy, said to emanate from divine source, regulated by divine intelligence that knows infinitely how to work.

Reiki is both a path to awareness and openness to the divine as well as a path for healing and wholeness. Learn a method of activating and balancing chi and the history of Reiki. $135.

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FRIDAY, JANUARY 11 Intro to the Melchizedek Method – 7:30-9pm.

Diane Levine and Darlene Slagle introduce a whole, new formula for body health, harmony and spiritual ascension. Learn about the Melchizedek Energy, the Flower of Life, the Hologram of Love, Natural Encoding, and more in this introduction. $10. Theosophical Society, 22 Maple St, Arlington. 617-926-4155. TSBoston.org.

SATURDAY, JANUARY 12 Interactive Health Fair and Open House – 9am-4pm. An interactive health and wellness fair including all day fitness and spa demos, special classes, wellness vendors and much more. Free. The Mount Auburn Club, 57 Coolidge Ave, Watertown. 617-923-2255 x 333.

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5 Rhythms, Celebrating the Work of Gabrielle Roth – 12-6pm. Beginning Jan 12, three teachers will bring 5 Rhythm® Dance workshops to Cambridge. Flowing, Staccato, Chaos, Lyrical and Stillness guide us into our own dance of breath and celebration. Everyone is welcome. No dance experience necessary. $95. The Dance Complex, 536 Massachusetts Ave, Cambridge. 802-3805155. DanceComplex.org.

Trigger Point Release Seminar – 1-2pm.

Discover why gentle touch is so effective in reducing pain and tension in the body and learn techniques to effectively do this at home. Bring a partner as it requires another person to do it. Free.

Newton Chiropractic & Wellness Centre, 345 Boylston St (Rte 9), Ste 300, Newton. 617-964-

3332. WellAdjusted.com.

Buddhist Meditation Techniques Workshop – 1:30-5pm. With Ven Dharman. In this practical hands-on workshop, participants will learn the basics techniques of sitting and walking Buddhist Meditation. $35. Theosophical Society, 21 Maple St, Arlington. Pre-registration requested, Dharman: 617-460-6156. 617-926-4155.

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SUNDAY, JANUARY 13 Fresh Start Cleanse: 12-Day Post-Holiday Detox – Thru Jan 25. Begin with a 3-day sugar and gluten-free detox, transitioning into a 5-day intense detox and ending with a 4-day post-detox eating plan. Led by Holistic Health Coach, Susan Altman. Also includes 60 minutes of massage and choice of either 60 minutes of acupuncture or yoga. $199. Well Within – Massage and Integrated Health, 697 Washington St, Ste 202, Newton. 617-209-9355. BeWellWithin.com.

Reiki 2 Certification Class – 10am-6pm.

Increase your healing capability and learn mental, emotional and long distance healing. Learn three sacred symbols and the healing techniques associated with them. Pre-requisite: Reiki I Certification Training. Continuing Education Credits for nurses, mental health professionals and massage therapists available. $300. Arlington Reiki Associates, 366 Mass Ave, Ste 304, Arlington. 781-648-9334. ArlingtonReiki.com.

Guided Snowshoe Walk – 12:30-1:30pm.

Discover the beauty of the winter world without trudging through the snow but on top of the snow instead. Includes snowshoe instructions and a leisurely hike on one of the trails with a Teacher Naturalist. Snowshoe rental fee: $8/ members, $10/nonmembers. Hike: $5/members, $7/nonmembers. Mass Audubon’s Boston Nature Center, 500 Walk Hill, St, Mattapan. 617-9838500. MassAudubon.org.

Tracking Mysteries – 2-3:30pm. Learn about the life histories of local mammals and birds and the different types of tracks and signs that these residents leave behind. Following an indoor introduction, hike the sanctuary to search for tracks, chews and scat. Discover clues, who left them and the stories they tell. Pre-registration encouraged. $5/members, $7/nonmembers. Mass Audubon’s Boston Nature Center, 500 Walk Hill, St, Mattapan. 617-983-8500. MassAudubon.org.

MONDAY, JANUARY 14 Winter Renewal Detox – Thru Feb 11. A gentle cleanse program, run by Nutrition Consultant, Molly Robson. Twenty-eight days to bring you back to balance. As we usher in a new year, renewing and refreshing our bodies is crucial. Includes: Daily meal plans, exclusive recipes, shopping lists and tips to help you get the most out of your detoxification experience.

Weekly meetings and email support from Molly throughout. $150. Samadhi Integral, 796 Beacon St, Newton Center. 617-678-3108.

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TUESDAY, JANUARY 15 Loving Your Womanly Body Telegathering – 8-8:30pm. Join leading women’s expert Dr.

Christiane Northup for an intimate 30-minute call that will explore girls’ body image and how to teach women of all ages to love themselves.

Free. Teleconference. RSVP for call-in info: 978877-6122 or Pam@WealthyHealthyWomen.com.

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Team Northrup Business Opportunity Call – 8:30-9pm. Learn how to earn residual income and how we use personal growth as a business building strategy in a supportive community. RSVP for call-in info: 978-8776122 or Pam@WealthyHealthyWomen.com.

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WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 16 Natural Therapies for Endocrine Problems – 7-9pm. Hormone imbalance, thyroid dysfunction and adrenal fatigue are common endocrine problems today. Fiddling with specific hormones, however, is chasing the tiger’s tail. Instead, learn to deal with endocrine problems at their root, once and for all. $25. CommonWealth Center for Herbal Medicine, 25 Saint Mary’s Ct, Brookline.

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Free Orientation to Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction – 11am-12:30pm. Address your stress. Learn how you can unhook from the mental voice, future fear, past regret, and find peace and happiness in your life regardless of external circumstances. The Center at Westwoods, 590 Gay St, Westwood.

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Taste Of Eastie – 6-9pm. The largest East Boston dining charity event highlighting local eating establishments. An evening of great fun and great food. $35. Hilton Boston Logan Airport, 1 Hotel Dr, Boston. 617-561-1044. EBMainStreets.com.

Office Worker’s Survival Skills – 7-9pm.

Repetitive stress injuries, chronic neck pain, stress headaches and impaired circulation are just some of the side effects of a desk job. This class, co-taught by an herbalist and a body-worker, offers herbal and movement therapies to keep you healthy at work. $25. CommonWealth Center for Herbal Medicine, 25 Saint Mary’s Ct, Brookline.

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Alexander Technique Introduction – 10am12pm. Learn how to improve postural balance and coordination, reduce mind and body tension and increase ease of movement. This mind/ body approach triggers postural reflexes so you have less to do and yet you are more efficient in what you do. Can be applied to activity requiring motion as well as activity requiring little motion such as sitting at a computer. $50. 33A Harvard St, Ste 302, Brookline. 617-359-7841.

AlexanderTec.com.

Family Snowshoe Adventure – 10:30am12pm. Join us for an easy lesson on snowshoes.

Learn the best way to use them, why they are so effective and the interesting history behind them on this fun family hike. Call ahead to ensure available snowshoes. Snowshoe rental fee: $8/ members, $10/nonmembers. Hike: $5/members, $7/nonmembers. Mass Audubon’s Boston Nature Center, 500 Walk Hill, St, Mattapan. 617-9838500. MassAudubon.org.

Tracks And Signs Hike – 1-2pm. Hike at a leisurely pace and explore the Boston Nature Center in search of wildlife tracks and signs.

Learn to tell the difference between coyote and dog tracks, why rabbits have big feet, what causes blue snow and much more. Pre-registration encouraged. $5/members, $7/nonmembers. Mass Audubon’s Boston Nature Center, 500 Walk Hill, St, Mattapan. 617-983-8500. MassAudubon.org.

Wildlife Tracking in Moose Country – 1-4pm.

For families, adults and teens. Have you ever been in the woods and wonder “who’s been here?” Join us for the art and science of tracking. Learn how to read signs and tell the stories of the landscape and learn terminology so you can have a common language for wildlife conservation efforts. $35, family rates also available. Conway. Register: 413-522-0338 or EarthWorkPrograms.com.

SUNDAY, JANUARY 20 Free Orientation to Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction – 9:30-11:30am. Join us in a orientation to Jon Kabat-Zinns program in MBSR (Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction).

Experience how placing your awareness in the present moment cultivates peace in your life and has a beneficial effect on your physical, emotional and mental health. Emerson Hospital Integrative Health & Wellness Center, 310 Baker Ave Ext, Concord. Virginia Lieblein: 978-287-3777.

EmersonHospital.org/en/HealthResources.aspx.

Emergency Survival and Self-Sufficiency Workshop – 1-4pm. For adults. Be prepared, not scared. The weather in Western MA can be robust.

Recently, we’ve seen tornadoes, freak snowstorms in October and severe thunderstorms after winters of an abundance of snow. This hands-on workshop includes an introduction to survival skills and living in harmony with the earth. Shelter, water, fire and food will be covered. $35-$50 sliding scale/person. Ashfield. Register: 413-522-0338 or EarthWorkPrograms.com.

Sustainable Hobbies Series: Window Gardens – 2-3:30pm. Learn to garden right inside your home. Discuss and practice techniques for planting, care and harvesting. Going beyond herbs to explore growing everything from micro-greens to sugar snap peas in your kitchen window. $5/ members, $7/nonmembers. Mass Audubon’s

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opportunity to look at your life from a different vantage point and cultivate an inner authority so you can address the issues you face from a place of strength and inner belief rather than overwhelm. Truly life transforming. $540. The Center at Westwoods, 590 Gay St, Westwood.

617-524-7628. PMCHoward@hotmail.com.

CenterAtWestwoods.com.

Boston Nature Center, 500 Walk Hill St, Mattapan. Registration required: 617-983-8500.

MassAudubon.org.

MONDAY, JANUARY 21 Museum of Fine Arts Open House – 10am4:45pm. Celebrate Martin Luther King Jr.’s Day with free admission for all. Highlights include films, art-making, activities and live performances throughout the museum. Museum of Fine Arts, 465 Huntington Ave, Boston. 617-267-9300.

MFA.org.

TUESDAY, JANUARY 22 Free Orientation to Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction – 9:30-11:30am. Join us in a orientation to Jon Kabat-Zinns program in MBSR (Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction). Experience how the practice of Mindfulness can cultivate peace in your life. Emerson Hospital Integrative Health & Wellness Center, 310 Baker Ave Ext, Concord. Virginia Lieblein: 978-287-3777.

EmersonHospital.org/en/HealthResources.aspx.

I Love Resolutions – 7-8:30pm. Resolutions are a great way to celebrate the new year and new beginnings for healthy habits. Get together with others and plan ways to add better habits to your daily comings and goings. Group will discuss diet and lifestyles in detail and you will leave with clear goals and with specific steps to reach them.

Follow-up time can be arranged. $30. Nutrition Boston, 1051 Beacon St, Rm 511, Brookline. 617232-3073. NutritionBoston.com.

WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 23 Guided Imagery for Cancer – 7-8pm. Discover the power of guided imagery for cancer and learn how to harness the power of your mind and imagination to relieve physical and emotional stress, promote wellness and improve recovery.

Free. Office of Personal Healing, 496 Harvard Street, Ste 1, Brookline. Space limited; RSVP: 781492-2294. 617-564-0707. AvinoamLerner.com.

Dealing with Depression: Herbs, Food and Movement – 7-9pm. Anti-depressant pharmaceuticals come with heavy side effects. Sometimes those may be necessary, but depression responds very well to natural therapies. If you or someone you love is struggling with depression, come find out how to get back to living life without drugs. $25. CommonWealth Center for Herbal Medicine, 25 Saint Mary’s Ct, Brookline. 617-750-5274.

CommonWealthHerbs.com.

THURSDAY, JANUARY 24 Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction: 8-Wk Program – 11am-1pm. With Patricia Howard. The practice of mindfulness provides us with the tools to reframe our lives. In this program have the

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Health and Freedom Presentation – 6:30-8pm.

Presentation of a sustainable, turnkey business you can fit into your life, a proven way to build residual income and stop trading hours for dollars and a chance to partner with a 20-year-old, publicly traded company with a proven track record and more. Learn how to get started crafting a life you love and help other people do the same thing. Free. Location TBD. 978-877-6122.

WealthyHealthyWomen.com.

Trigger Point Release Seminar – 7-8pm.

Discover why gentle touch is so effective in reducing pain and tension in the body and learn techniques to effectively do this at home. Bring a partner as it requires another person to do it. Free.

Newton Chiropractic & Wellness Centre, 345 Boylston St (Rte 9), Ste 300, Newton. 617-9643332. WellAdjusted.com.

SATURDAY, JANUARY 26 Integrating Acupuncture and Homeopathy – 9:30am-4:30pm. This course will introduce the basic concepts of homeopathy, its use for acute conditions and discuss the integration of acupuncture and homeopathy. Introduction to an updating of the Five Phases system used as a template through which homeopathic remedies may be analyzed. An integration of homeopathy, TCM and biomedicine is achieved. $200. New England School of Acupuncture, 150 California St, 3rd Fl, Newton. 617-558-1788 x 112. NESA.edu.

Yoga for Runners Workshop – 1-3pm. Calling all runners. Use your yoga practice to revamp your running routine. This all-levels workshop will focus on poses most beneficial to improving and enhancing alignment, core strength, balance and flexibility to support your running routine. $20.

Baptiste Power Yoga, 2000 Massachusetts Ave, Cambridge. 617-661-6565. BaronBaptiste.com.

Tune Up Your Intentions – 1:30-4pm. Fine-tune your energy field for the best, most effortless manifestation of your intentions for the coming year. $35/pre-registered by Jan 24, $40/day of.

Center at Westwoods, 590 Gay St, Westwood.

617-926-4155. SpiralEnergies.com.

Network Spinal Analysis Class – 3-4pm. Discover your body’s innate ability to heal itself. This is possible through an advanced chiropractic technique called Network Spinal Analysis (NSA). Learn the basics of this fascinating modality. By emphasizing the inherent wisdom and healing intelligence of the body, NSA can help you handle stress, improve posture and achieve a greater sense of overall well-being.

Free. Newton Chiropractic & Wellness Centre, 345 Boylston St (Rte 9), Ste 300, Newton. 617964-3332. WellAdjusted.com.

Pranayama and Chest Openers – 4-6pm.

Preparing the soil of the body by opening the chest to experience the deeper and more subtle

aspects of the breath. $25. The Arlington Center, 369 Mass Ave, Arlington. 617-645-5573.

AnnieHoffmanYoga.com.

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Full Moon Yoga Celebration – 7-9pm.

Celebrate the Divine Feminine through movement, yoga, dance, chanting and meditation.

Every month, on or near the full moon. Save the dates: Feb 23, Mar 29, Apr 26, May 24. $20/ advance, $25/door. The Center at Westwoods, 590 Gay St, Westwood. 617-869-9574.

SelfHealingSolutions.com.

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SUNDAY, JANUARY 27 A Wild Winter – 2-3:30pm. Seek out the tricks and traits that help everything from caterpillars to coyotes survive the frozen season. Learn about migration, hibernation and more. Pre-registration encouraged. Free/members, $5/nonmembers.

Mass Audubon’s Boston Nature Center, 500 Walk Hill St, Mattapan. 617-983-8500.

MassAudubon.org.

MONDAY, JANUARY 28 Act Roxbury – 9am-5pm. This group exhibition showcases artists that participate in Roxbury Open Studios. City Hall, Scollay Square Gallery, 3rd Fl, 1 City Hall Ave, Boston. 617-635-3911.

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TUESDAY, JANUARY 29 Sustainable Business Network Dinner – 6:309:30pm. SBN is excited to kick-off the new year with its first Allocal Dinner of 2013. Locavores will relish Granary Tavern’s emphasis on slow food principles, fresh seafood, farmers’ market produce and dynamic presentations. They focus on healthy preparations and locally sourced ingredients; simple comfort food concepts enhanced by contemporary accompaniments. $55.

Granary Tavern, 170 Milk St, Boston. 617-3950250. SBNMass.org.

Anxiety and Panic Support Group – 6:30pm.

First day of every month. Designed to offer a place where people with common interests and experience can meet. Learn that you aren’t alone in your experience and knowledge is the key to living a symptom-free live. Washington St, Newton. For more info, Doreen: 617-849-3198.

UCanBFearFree.com.

Beginner Level Yoga Classes – Sun-Wed & Sat evenings. Small group class introducing yoga flows, poses and sequences linked to breath and core strength. Emphasis on the fundamentals and an interconnection with the body through yoga alignment, meditation, breathing technique and relaxation. $20/class. Lifetime Health & Consulting, LLC, Harvard Sq, 116 Massachusetts Ave, Cambridge. 617-710-1337. For scheduling & to reserve a spot: Info@HolisticKey.com.

ColonLove.com.

Boutique Yoga – One-hour sessions designed specifically for the beginner. Come to this peaceful, comforting and well-balanced environment to begin or enrich your Vinyasa yoga practice. Choose between private, semi-private, trio or quad to begin cultivating your body flow.

By appointment only. $100-$125. Lifetime Health & Consulting, LLC, 1166 Massachusetts Ave, Cambridge. 617-710-1337. HolisticKey.com.

WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 30 Free Intro Teleclass on The Prosperous Heart – 7-8pm. Introduction to an 11-week teleclass on prosperous and passionate living led by Kim Childs beginning March 6. Course based on The Prosperous Heart, by Julia Cameron. To register: Kim@KimChilds.com or KimChilds.com.

Free Orientation to Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction – 7-9pm. Be present for life’s precious moments. Learn the practice of bringing awareness, calmness and a sense of the present to you and your body through specific techniques. This is a program that not only instills peace of mind but also promotes good physical health as recent research suggests. Experience mindful techniques and discover how mindfulness can impact your stress level, physical health, and sense of self.

Free. Visions HealthCare, 170 Worcester St (Rte 9), Wellesley. 781-232-5431. VisionsHealthCare. com.

Paleo Candy – 7-9pm. Many people have benefited greatly by adopting a paleo diet, but struggle with perfecting allowed sweets and treats. Learn how to have your gluten-free, low-sugar candy and eat it too. $25. CommonWealth Center for Herbal Medicine, 25 Saint Mary’s Ct, Brookline.

617-750-5274. CommonWealthHerbs.com.

Well Baby Infant Massage Series – Thru Jan 27. 9:30am-10:30am. Designed to teach parents massage techniques in a clean, welcoming and supportive environment. Learn to harness the full potential of nurturing touch. $120. Well Within – Massage and Integrated Health, 697 Washington St, Ste 202, Newton. 781-330-9144.

BeWellWithin.com.

Gentle Morning Yoga – 10-11:15am. Also, Vigorous Yoga, 11:30am-12:45pm. All classes are taught in the Kripalu Style and can be gentle, moderate or vigorous. $14/drop-in, $12/students with ID. YogaWithNatalie.org.

Dorchester Winter Farmers’ Market – Thru Mar 24. 12-4pm. Features farm fresh produce, local meat, cheese and bread. Great Hall, Codman Sq, 6 Norfolk St, Dorchester. DotCommCoop. wordpress.com.

Glassblowing Family Experience – 1-2pm.

Enjoy a glassblowing demonstration with the family. A truly unique experience. $15/person.

Make pendants for only $10 more per person.

Diablo Glass School, 123 Terrace St, Boston. 617442-7444. DiabloGlassSchool.com.

Sunday Restorative Yoga – 5-6:15pm. Relax, stretch, de-stress and re-charge your whole system before your work week. Poses supported with blankets and bolsters. Open to everyone. $75/6-wk series, $15/drop-in. The Center at Westwoods, 590 Gay St, Westwood. 617-8699574. SelfHealingSolutions.com.

Supper Club at Mandarava – 7pm. 3rd Sun. String of six or so surprise courses, all small plates, presented directly by the chef and created entirely at her whim. Sit back and take in a little magic in a cozy, candlelit environment. First come, first served basis, reservations required. $36/seat. Mandarava, 46 Inn St, Newburyport.

978-465-7300. MandaravaJuice.com.

Industry Mondays $10 Acupuncture Treatments – For those in hotel, salon, restaurant/ bar industries. Bring your most recent pay stub to participate and take your turn to relax. Open Space Community Acupuncture, 66-70 Union Sq, Ste 102, Somerville. OpenSpaceAcupuncture. com.

Men’s Redcord Class – 6:30-7am. A doublesuspension training system using the instability of the cords to condition the entire body. A great and intense workout. $20/drop-in, $90/5 classes, $170/10 classes. Every Body Pilates, 50 Leonard St, Ste 2A, Belmont. 617-484-3311.

EveryBodyPilates.com.

Core Fundamentals – 12:30-1:30pm. Learn how to effectively use free weights, your body weight, resistance tubing and cable exercises to unleash your body’s natural confidence and power. $20/first class. Vitality Personal Fitness, 118 Needham St, Newton. 617-620-3585.

VitalityPersonalFitness.com.

Jam’n Cardio Kix – 7-8pm. Also Wed, 7:30pm.

A martial art fitness class that puts several musical patterns together into routines performed continuously to develop cardiovascular fitness, agility and quickness. $100/10 classes, $60/5 classes, $15/drop-in. Corpbasics Fitness & Training Club, 73 Bow St, Somerville. 617-6288400. Corpbasics.com.

Kripalu Yoga Series – 7-8:15pm. This yoga style is about moving your body in a way that improves health, makes you feel good and provides you with tools to help manage life’s challenges, both on and off the yoga mat. Beginners welcome. $72/6-wk series, $15/drop-in. Earthsong Yoga, 186 Main St, Fl 2, Marlborough. 619-699-2389.

EarthsongYoga.com.

Hatha Yoga at Gallery 263 – 7:15-8:30pm.

Increase flexibility, strength and balance.

Relax and recharge mind and spirit. Intelligent sequencing and attention to alignment challenges all levels. Emphasizes correct alignment within a

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flowing sequence leaving you feeling strengthened and energized. $10. 263 Pearl St, Cambridgeport.

617-459-9817. WatertownHolisticHealth.com.

Community Contra Dance – 7:30-10:30pm.

Make new friends while doing easy social dancing to great live music in a historic hall. Alcohol, smoke and perfume-free. Instruction provided, no need to bring a partner. $8, $5/22 or under.

Concord Scout House, 74 Walden St, Concord.

978-369-1232. MondayContras.com.

MoneyMoves TeleConnections – 8-9pm. 2nd Mon. Discussions which will dive deeply into many facets of financial fitness from a practical as well as reflective perspective encouraging growth in money-savvy and self-awareness. Free. For details: GayleColman.com.

Practitioners Breakfast – 7:30-9am. 3rd Tues.

All healthcare practitioners are welcome to share breakfast and knowledge. Features monthly guest speakers and presentations and working together with passion and enthusiasm to increase the overall wellness of the community. Groton Wellness Medical Center, 493-495 Main St, Groton. 978-449-9919. GrotonWellness.com.

Newton’s Winter Farmers’ Market – 1:30-6pm.

A new indoor market with farm fresh eggs, fruits, vegetables, turkey, beef, fish, goat cheese, gouda, olive oil, baked goods, popovers, jams, jellies, plants and flowers. Hyde Community Center, 90 Lincoln St, Newton Highlands. NewtonMA.gov.

Qigong For Integral Health – 6-7pm.

Experience the healing power, learning gentle movement with visualization to build energy.

Discuss how effective qigong exercises can be and why they can help many health issues. $5/ first session. Park Avenue Congregational Church, 50 Paul Revere Rd, Arlington. 617-997-9922.

ArlingtonQiWellness.com.

Zumba Toning – 6:30-7:30pm. Benefit mentally, emotionally and physically from the dance workout that has caused such a sensation all over the world. $100/10 classes, $12/walk-in. Dance Union, 16 Bow St, Somerville. 617-968-1695.

ShapeUpPersonalTraining.com.

Canis Major Herbal Workshop – 7-8pm. Join canine herbalist Nancy Anderson on the 2nd Tues of each month and explore a holistic, herbal model for canine health. $10. The Center for Arts at the Armory, 191 Highland Ave, Somerville.

617-718-2191. ArtsAtTheArmory.org.

Reiki Clinic – 7-9pm. Last Tues. An opportunity to try something new, crack open the door or just take a moment for yourself to destress. Appointments for 30-minute sessions are suggested. $10. Sky Dancer’s, 788F Counrty Way, Ste 1, Scituate. 339-526-9759.

SkyDancersNewAge.com.

Broga I Chill – 7:30-8:15pm. Also Thurs, 7:30pm & Sat, 12pm. Energetic, fun, challenging, but set to a chill, accessible pace. Perfect for Broga or yoga newbies or those interested in focusing on fundamentals. $100/10 classes, $15/drop-in. The Center for Arts at the Armory, 191 Highland Ave, Somerville. 617-207-9374. BrogaYoga.com.

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New Year – New Nutrition – Thru Jan 30.

New Year’s resolutions. Initial consultation includes: full nutrition assessment, eating patterns and preferences, calculating your needs and establishing your plan. Follow-up visits include: reviewing your progress, updating your plan and brainstorming navigation around lifestyle events. $130. Center for Integrative Healing, 23 Main St, Watertown Square, Watertown. 617-393-2200.

NamasteNutrition.com.

Refreshing Samples – 10am-3pm. Try featured refreshing teas and nutritional snacks. Enjoy a selection of organic teas, treats and snacks for customers to sample. Stop in to see what’s new to try. Free. Johnson Compounding and Wellness Center, 577 Main St, Waltham. 781-893-3870.

NaturalCompounder.com.

Expand Your Gifts – 6:30-8:30pm. Every two weeks on Wed. Come develop your known and unknown, intuitive gifts. Discover new aspects of you. $15. Sky Dancer’s, 788F Country Way, Ste 1, Scituate. For more info or to register: 339-5269759. SkyDancersNewAge.com.

Meditation Evenings – 7-8:30pm. Come to meditate and take part in a discussion. Both beginners and experienced meditators welcome; instruction provided from 7-7:30pm for those who need it. Light refreshments provided. Suggested donation $15. Advaita Meditation Center, 28 Worcester Ln, Waltham. 781-647-0020.

AdvaitaMeditation.org.

Dance Freedom – 7:30-10:30pm. Live DJ music, a great workout, lots of fun and lots of interesting people to meet. Recharge and renew in a joyous, positive, drug and alcohol free environment. $10-$20 sliding scale. First Congregational Church, 11 Garden St, Cambridge. 617-312-3039.

DanceFreedom.com.

Gentle Kundalini Yoga and Gong Relaxation – 8:30-10am. Stimulates and balances the glandular and immune systems in preparation for meditation. The body is strengthened and the mind is centered. $120/10 classes, $15/drop-in.

Newton Highlands Congregational Church, 54 Lincoln St, Newton Highlands. 617-332-3675.

Early Explorers – 10:30am-12pm. Children ages 3-6 will move, learn and create. We will investigate the science and beauty of winter through explorations, games and art. Child must be accompanied by an adult. $5/members, $7/ nonmembers. Mass Audubon’s Boston Nature Center, 500 Walk Hill St, Mattapan. 617-9838500. MassAudubon.org.

Reiki Healing Circle for Women on a Healing Journey with Cancer – 4-6pm. Once a month.

Women trained in Reiki and at various stages in their healing journey come together to support each other. Uplifting, life affirming and healing. $35. Arlington Reiki Associates, 366 Mass Ave, Ste 304, Arlington. 781-648-9334.

ArlingtonReiki.com.

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Broga II Power – 6-6:45pm. Also Sat, 1010:45am. High energy, Broga flow class. Good for those ready for a great workout. Familiarity with Broga or yoga recommended, but not required. $100/10 classes, $15/drop-in. The Center for Arts at the Armory, 191 Highland Ave, Somerville.

617-207-9374. BrogaYoga.com.

Zumba – 6:30-7:30pm. Benefit mentally, emotionally and physically from the dance workout that has caused such a sensation all over the world. $100/10 classes, $12/walk-in. Dance Union, 16 Bow St, Somerville. 617-968-1695.

ShapeUpPersonalTraining.com.

Evolutionary Circle – 7-9pm. 2nd Thurs.

Explore our emergence as universal humans, up to and following the Planetary Shift. Led by eliSabeth Taylor, A.C.E. and Rev. Betty Walker. Donation encouraged. Unity Somerville, 6 William St, Somerville. 781-643-1586.

Birth2012Boston.com.

Somerville Road Runners Night 4.13 Miler – 7:15-8:15pm. It may be snowing. It may be raining. The SRR Thursday night run will happen every week, no matter what. Free. Casey’s, 171 Broadway, Somerville. SRR.org/Events/ Thursday-Night-Race.

Observatory Night – 7:30-9:30pm. 3rd Thurs. A non-technical lecture and telescopic observing from the observatory roof if weather permits. Free. Harvard-Smithsonian Center for Astrophysics, 60 Garden St, Cambridge. 617-4957461. CFA.Harvard.edu.

The Family Walking Program – 9:30am. Take a healthy walk through the mall in a safe, climatecontrolled environment for both parent and child.

Spend time with other parents while your children make new friends and learn the benefits of regular exercise. Meet near Carter’s. Watertown Mall, 550 Arsenal St, Watertown. 617-926-4968.

Watertown-Mall.com.

Health Lecture Series – 10am. 1st Fri. An informative discussion for parents and caregivers on a variety of parent and child-related topics such as: nutrition, behavior, community resources and more. Held in the Old Country Buffet, Watertown Mall, 550 Arsenal St, Watertown. 617-926-4968.

Watertown-Mall.com.

Children’s Films – 10am & 11am. Free children’s movies at the library each week.

Boston Public Library, East Boston Branch, 276 Meridian St, East Boston. 617-569-0271. BPL. org/Branches/EastBoston.htm.

Yoga for All Levels – 10-11:30am. All-level Vinyasa flow-style yoga experience that offers a dynamic approach to a safe foundation. Say yes to exploring a deeper experience in your practice and join with your highest aspirations. $15. Samara Yoga Studio, 249 Elm St, Somerville. 617-3932200. NamasteNutrition.net.

Blood Pressure Screenings – 10am-12pm.

Free blood pressure screenings on the 1st Fri each month in front of the Old Country Buffet.

Watertown Mall, 550 Arsenal St, Watertown. 617926-4968. Watertown-Mall.com.

Second Fridays Free – 5-8pm. Free evening at the MIT Museum on the 2nd Fri each month.

Mingle with friends in the unique galleries and see some of the latest research coming out of MIT. MIT Museum, 265 Massachusetts Ave, Cambridge. 617-253-5927. MIT.edu/Museum.

First Fridays Open Studios – 5-9pm. Over fifty of the United South End Artists open their studios on the first Friday of every month. Free. 400 Harrison Ave, Boston. USEABoston.com.

Jam’n Java Open Mic and Coffeehouse – 6:309pm. 1st Fri. Sign up to play, or come and listen to talented local performers. Free. Jam’n Java, 594 Massachusetts Ave, Arlington. ArlOpenMic. wordpress.com.

Friday Night Cooking Series – 6:30-9:30pm.

Join us for a night of conversation, anecdotes and fun, and a detailed cooking demonstration. See website for specifics by week. $61. Cambridge Center for Adult Education, 56 Brattle St, Cambridge. CCAE.org.

Glass Beadmaking – 6:30-9:30pm. An evening of glass, friends and wine. Spend 3 hrs in one of our studios to experience an introductory taste of working with hot glass in glassblowing and bead making. $75. Diablo Glass School, 123 Terrace St, Boston. 617-442-7444. DiabloGlassSchool. com.

Meditation Evening – 7-9pm. 2nd Fri. Let the week go and prepare for a work free weekend.

Practice mindful meditation, chakra movement and awareness and perhaps read from The Power of Now. $20. The Center at Westwoods, 590 Gay St, Westwood. Confirm attendance: 617-524-7628 or PMCHoward@hotmail.com.

CenterAtWestwoods.com.

Morning Yoga – Resumes Jan 26. 7-8:15am.

Gentle beginner-level yoga class held in a sunlit room in a lovely historic house. Led by trained instructor, Keith Herndon. $10 donation. Advaita Meditation Center, 28 Worcester Ln, Waltham.

617-497-4541. AdvaitaMeditation.org.

Vital TRX Cross – 9-9:55am. A revolutionary method of leveraged bodyweight exercise, which allows you to safely perform hundreds of functional exercises that build power, strength, flexibility, balance, mobility, and prevent injuries. $20/first class. Vitality Personal Fitness, 118 Needham St, Newton. 617-620-3585.

VitalityPersonalFitness.com.

Somerville Winter Farmers’ Market – Thru Jun 1. 9:30am-2:30pm. Armory, 191 Highland Ave, Somerville. FarmFresh.org.

Jamaica Plain Winter Famers’ Market – Thru Feb 23. 11am-2pm. Our Lady of Lourdes Parish, 45 Brookside Ave, Jamaica Plain. FarmFresh.org.

Neuroplasticity Club – 12-1pm. 3rd Sat. Learn holographic thinking and speaking which means seeing images and feeling all of the emotions of the topic you are speaking or thinking about. The past becomes the present. $5/person or family.

Unity Somerville, 6 William St, Somerville. 617628-5558. NeuroplasticityClub.com.

Somerville Laughter Club – 12-1pm. 3rd Sat. Share your laughter and your smile. Explore how the body creates happiness. Learn how to use chi energy to activate laughter and smile neuropathways. $5/person or family. Unity Somerville, 6 William St, Somerville. 617-6285558. SomervilleLaughterClub.com.

Live Music – 7:30-10pm. Enjoy local food, music and art. Free, no cover charge. Nourish Restaurant, 1727 Massachusetts Ave, Lexington.

781-674-2400. NourishLexington.com.

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ACUPUNCTURE NEW ENGLAND SCHOOL OF ACUPUNCTURE

150 California St, Newton MA 02458 617-558-1788 NESA.edu

PATRICIA JAY, MD

170 Worcester St (Rte 9) Wellesley, MA 02481 781-431-1333 VisionsHealthCare.com Effectively using BioIdentical Hormone Therapy for 9 years; expert gynecologist passionate about supporting women to ease transition through all life phases.

Accepts most major insurances.

See ad on the back cover.

NESA is the first school of acupuncture in the U.S. and provides a rigorous acupuncture education along with affordable health care to the community. See ad page 13.

ERIC ROSEEN, DC

910 Washington St (Rte 1A) Dedham, MA 02026 170 Worcester St (Rte 9) Wellesley, MA 02481 781-431-1333 VisionsHealthCare.com Patient-centered, evidence-based spinal care and soft tissue work to decrease pain and improve mobility. Accepts major health insurances. Weekend and evening hours available. See ad on the back cover.

BUSINESS MENTORING VISIONS HEALTHCARE 910 Washington St (Rte 1A) Dedham, MA 02026 170 Worcester St (Rte 9) Wellesley, MA 02481 781-431-1333 VisionsHealthCare.com

Acupuncturists at Visions HealthCare are able to provide relief for a variety of concerns including but not limited to insomnia, allergies, digestion, pain, fatigue, etc. See ad on the back cover.

Bioidentical Hormone Treatment CONNIE A. JACKSON, MD

55 Pond Ave, Brookline, MA 02445 132 Great Rd, Ste 201, Stow, MA 01775 617-232-0202 (Brookline) 617-879-0403 (Stow) Connie.A.Jackson.MD@gmail.com ConnieAJacksonMD.com

WISE WOMAN SMALL BUSINESS SERVICES Phyllis Wilson 781-883-2282 WiseBlueLotus@gmail.com WiseBlueLotus.com

Successful relationships create successful businesses. Offering client communications, Web and creative services, and organizational strategies for holistic health and personal growth practitioners. See ad page 8.

chiropractic NEWTON CHIROPRACTIC AND WELLNESS Julie Burke, DC 617-964-3332 Info@WellAdjusted.com

Specializing in Hormonal Imbalance and Individualized Natural Bioidentical Hormone Treatment for irregular menstrual cycles, hot flashes, night sweats, low sex drive, irritability, fatigue, poor concentration, poor memory, depression and sleep disturbances. Accepting most major insurances. See ad page 33.

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We are an integrative holistic wellness center. Our caring team consists of chiropractors specializing in Network Spinal Analysis, massage therapists and Shiatsu and Reiki practitioners.

See ad page 17.

COACHING THE ARTIST’S WAY Kim Childs 617-640-3813 Kim@KimChilds.com KimChilds.com

Kim coaches people in the life-changing practices and principles of The Artist’s Way and The Prosperous Heart

by Julia Cameron. No artistic experience required, just a desire to live a rich and more fully expressed life. Workshops offered each spring and fall.

BOSTON SOUL COACHING Daniel Sharp, CSC, CIMT, RMT 781-763-7685 BostonSoulCoaching.com

De-clutter your mind, your home and your path to an abundant future with personalized Soul Coaching. Daniel will help you build the life you deserve. See ad page 8.

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YOUR INSPIRED TRUTH Donna Markussen 781-583-8534 YourInspiredTruth.com

DR. IVETA IONTCHEVA-BAREHMI DMD, MS, D.SC.

Are you looking for more meaning and purpose? I’ll help you find the key that unlocks the door to the bigger, better version of yourself. See ad page 27.

COLON HYDROTHERAPY LIFETIME HEALTH & CONSULTING 1166 Massachusetts Ave Cambridge, MA 02138 617-710-1337 LifetimeHealth@ColonLove.com

1842 Beacon St, Ste 302, Brookline, MA 617-868-1516 BostonDentalWellness.com

Dr. Iontcheva-Barehmi is an accomplished dentist and specialist in Periodontics and Implants with a holistic approach to medicine and dentistry. To schedule your comprehensive exam and share the excitement of a healthy smile, call: 617-868-1516. See ad page 11.

GROTON WELLNESS – MEDICAL, DENTAL, SPA, BISTRO 493-495 Main St Groton, Ma 01450 978-449-9919 GrotonWellness.com

Improve your colon health through hydration, activation and elimination.

Experience Guided Colon Therapy in a safe, gentle atmosphere using FDAapproved equipment by a National Board Certified and I-ACT Certified Instructor. See ad page 9.

compounding & wellness pharmacy JOHNSON COMPOUNDING AND WELLNESS CENTER Stephen Bernardi 577 Main St, Waltham, MA 02452 781-893-3870 Fax: 781-899-1172 Steve@NaturalCompounder.com NaturalCompounder.com

Our specialization, healthfocused dentistry, enables us to consider you, our patient, as a whole person, not merely a “dental case.” Therefore, we have the unique opportunity to evaluate every patient, and develop every treatment, procedure and protocol, from an individualized holistic standpoint. We will make recommendations to improve not only your dental health, but your overall health as well. See ad page 3.

DOG WALKING

KOKO FITCLUB

39 Harvard St, Brookline, MA 02445 77 Spring St, Shaw’s Plaza, West Roxbury, MA 02132 Brookline: 617-566-5656; West Roxbury: 617-325-4800 MA.Brookline@KokoFitClub.com MA.WRoxbury@KokoFitClub.com KokoFitClub.com World’s first automated personal training studio offering highly effective, efficient, customized workouts guided and monitored by the proprietary Smartraining technology in a spa-like setting. See ad page 2.

HERBal studies THE BOSTON SCHOOL OF HERBAL STUDIES

12 Pelham Terrace, Arlington, MA 781-646-6319 BostonHerbalStudies.com We offer two Herbal Apprenticeship Programs, Advanced Training, Aromatherapy Certification and a series of Thursday evening and Saturday afternoon classes. Please visit our website. See ad page 9.

COMMONWEALTH CENTER FOR HERBAL MEDICINE

CANIS MAJOR DOG WALKING Nancy Anderson 617-501-9241 Canis_major@mac.com CanismajorHerbals.wordpress.com

JCWC is the only sterile and non-sterile PCAB-accredited pharmacy in Massachusetts. In addition to our compounding service, we offer a full range of nutritional supplements, natural products, homeopathic remedies and home health care equipment. See ad page 19.

EXERCISE/FITNESS/ PERSONAL TRAINING

As a wellness service of Canis major Herbals, we now offer dog walking in the Davis Sq, Somerville area. Visit CanismajorHerbals.com.

Experienced. Responsible.

Insured.

Katja Swift & Ryn Midura 25 Saint Mary’s Court, Brookline, MA 617-750-5274 CommonWealthHerbs.com

Personalized, comprehensive consultations with experienced herbalists. Whether it’s the flu or a chronic illness, or simply to build greater vitality, herbal medicine can help. See ad page 22.

HERBAL ACADEMY OF NEW ENGLAND

Want to reach readers who are health and wellness focused?

Call 617-906-0232 publisher@NaturalAwakeningsMCMA.com

120 Arlington Rd, Woburn, MA 01801 781-572-4454 HerbalAcademyOfNE@gmail.com Our Academy is focused on the art and science of plantbased medicine, from a holistic perspective. All herbalists are welcome, mentors and students. See ad page 35.

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holistic bodywork BARBARA GOSSELIN, PT

393 Massachusetts Ave, Arlington, MA 781-507-4226 HolisticHealingPT.com I’m a Physical Therapist with 20+ years experience helping people recover from pain using gentle, effective Bodywork techniques including Craniosacral Therapy and Fascial Mobilization. See ad page 6.

Integrative/Functional Medicine RICHARD CHEN, MD

910 Washington St (Rte 1A) Dedham, MA 02026 781-431-1333 VisionsHealthCare.com Board-Certified Family Medicine physician trained in Functional Medicine accepting new patients of all ages for Primary Care or consultation. Accepts most major health insurances. See ad on the back cover.

PHOENIX HEALING ARTS

Mimi Rhys, LMT 617-413-7174 Mimi@PhoenixHealingArts.net Experience what gentle, integrated therapies can do to help you lose your pain. Mimi Rhys offers craniosacral therapy, lymphatic drainage, and lymphatic joint release work.

See ad page 13.

holistic nutrition MOLLY ROBSON WELLNESS

671-678-3108 MollyRobsonWellness@gmail.com MollyRobsonWellness.com

JANICE PEGELS, MD

910 Washington St (Rte 1A) Dedham, MA 02026 781-431-1333 VisionsHealthCare.com Board Certified through the American Board of Family Medicine as well as the American Board of Integrative Holistic Medicine. Available for primary care and consultation. See ad on the back cover.

PATRICIA ZUB, MD

170 Worcester St (Rte 9) Wellesley, MA 02481 781-431-1333 VisionsHealthCare.com

Certified Holistic Nutrition Consultant specializing in digestive health, emotional eating and detoxification.

Available for individual consultations at Samadhi Integral in Newton Centre.

Internal Medicine Physician with integrative approach and more than 13 years of primary care experience. Also available for consultation. Accepting most major health insurances. See ad on the back cover.

integrative therapy HOME-BASED BUSINESS PAM PEARSON

978-877-6122 Pam@WealthyHealthyWomen.com WealthyHealthyWomen.com

BODYMIND RESOURCING

Alison Shaw APRN, LMT, CEH 393 Massachusetts Ave Arlington, MA 02474 781-646-0686 Alison@BodymindResourcing.org

Build your own health and wellness business. As a successful entrepreneur, I’ll teach you how to manifest success and achieve your personal and professional dreams. See ad page 23.

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An innovative blend of body-centered counseling, integrative bodywork and energy medicine to uncover and release body-mind patterns that limit your life and health. See ad page 35.

PATRICIA HOWARD

617 524 7628 PmcHoward@hotmail.com BeAwakeAtWork.com With a background in Energy Healing & Consciousness (Barbara Brennan), Sound and Mindfulness, Patricia supports you in understanding and releasing patterns that no longer serve you so you can blossom.

MARSHA KLEIN, LMHC 170 Worcester St (Rte 9) Wellesley, MA 02481 781-431-1333 VisionsHealthCare.com

Licensed Mental Health Clinician and Behavioral Health Specialist with over 15 years of experience; integrative approach. Specialties: anxiety, panic, depression, stress, anger, etc. Accepts insurance. See ad on the back cover.

Cecile Raynor

Certified Alexander Technique Teacher; Certified Thai Yoga Therapist 617-359-7841 AlexanderTec.com Learn to relieve body tension and manage the stress in your life. Improve your posture without any holding. Learn mind/body tools for personal growth or simply enjoy a relaxing Thai yoga session. See ad page 33.

SELF-HEALING SOLUTIONS Raven Sadhaka Seltzer 617-869-9574 SelfHealingSolutions.com

Feeding mind-body-spirit through therapeutic and restorative yoga, Ayurvedic counseling, meditation, pranayam and Reiki; specializing in low back pain and digestive issues. See ad on page 9.

integrative veterinary medical care MASH MAIN ST ANIMAL SERVICES OF HOPKINTON Margo Roman, DVM 72 W Main St, Hopkinton, MA 01748 508-435-4077 MASHVet.com

A full-service integrative veterinary clinic offering caring and healthful options and modalities like acupuncture, functional nutrition, homeopathy, chiropractic, herbs, ozone therapy, surgery and dentistry. See ad page 35.

NATUROPATHY EMILY CHAN, ND

Lydian Center for Innovative Medicine, 777 Concord Ave, Ste 301 Cambridge, MA 02138 617-299-6151 ModernIntegrativeMedicine.com

Dr. Emily cares and takes the time to listen. Effective, scientific, and non-invasive natural options are used to address the root causes of health issues.

REIKI

WATER PURIFICATION/ IONIZATION

REIKI 4 SOUL

Michele S. Portlock, RMT 781-228-1915 Reiki4Soul.com

KANGEN WATER速 IONIZERS

Michele partners with you to create your personal wellness path with Reiki healing for your mind, body and soul. She specializes in treating patients with chronic pain and illnesses.

Nancy Zare, PhD 508-981-2315 KangenDemo.com

Attach to faucet. Make alkaline, antioxidant, purified, super-hydrating water. Select 7 pH levels for: Drinking. cooking, cleaning, moisturizing, pets, plants, degreasing, disinfecting and healing.

SACRED SONG REIKI

978-897-8846 SacredSongReiki@yahoo.com SacredSongReiki.com

WELLNESS COACHING

Priscilla Gale, of Sacred Song Reiki, utilizes multiple healing modalities and techniques along with Reiki, including Himalayan and Crystal Singing Bowls, Reconnective Healing, and Magnified Healing.

ROLFING STRUCTURAL INTEGRATION

LIVING FROM CENTER ~ WELLNESS COACHING & MASSAGE THERAPY Katrina Piehler, CWC, LCMT, MEd 617-833-3035 Living-From-Center.com

Empowering, action-oriented coaching that helps busy women transform and love their lives.

Fully individualized one-onone coaching or powerful small group support for your journey of healthy, vibrant, balanced living. Free initial consultation available.

BOSTON BODY BALANCE

PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT MEDIATE YOUR LIFE, LLC

150 Fearing St, Ste 4-A Amherst MA 01002 413-230-3260 Connect@MediateYourLife.com MediateYourLife.com

Improve all your relationships. Learn to navigate difficult conversations with confidence. Our training programs show you how. See ad page 19.

physical therapy CAMBRIDGE PHYSICAL THERAPY & SPORTS MEDICINE 1000A Cambridge St. Cambridge, 02141 617-492-6600 CambridgePTSportsMed.com

Jazmine Fox-Stern 617-308-7104 BostonBodyBalance.com

ROOM2IMPROVE

Rolfing速 Structural Integration is a hands-on, participatory approach to rebalancing the body.

Reduce aches, pains, and injuries. Increase energy and grace.

Improve athletic performance.

Vicki Loberman 617-610-9551 Vicki@Room2Improve.us Room2Improve.us

We partner with clients to identify and overcome barriers to living a healthy lifestyle. Services include wellness coaching, professional organizing, personal training and stress management.

SKIN CARE CATHERINE HINDS INSTITUTE OF ESTHETICS

300 Wildwood Ave, Woburn, MA 01801 781-935-3344 CatherineHinds.edu

We offer the finest education and training in skin care and spa therapy as well as affordable skin care treatments to the public. See ad page 25.

Specializing in outpatient orthopedic rehabilitation and treatment of sports, dance and work injuries. We also treat computer/musician overuse injuries, carpal tunnel and injuries from motor vehicle accidents. See ad page 12.

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